The Difference Between a Talent and a Spiritual Gift, Clearly Explained

https://www.servantsuniversity.com/ What is the difference between a talent and a spiritual gift? A summary of the transcript is found below: First, let's look at the similarities between a talent and a spiritual gift. Both are from God. (God makes his sun to shine on both the good and the bad) Both are perfected with use. Both are given for the benefit of others. Can have more than one of each type. Spiritual gifts listed in 1 Cor. 12; Rom 12; Eph. 4; 1 Peter 4 Differences between talents and spiritual gifts. 1) A talent is the result of a person's genetics and/or training. A spiritual gift is a manifestation of the power of the Holy Spirit. 2) Talents are given by God to anyone, Christian or non-Christian. Spiritual gifts are only possessed given to Christians. 3) Both talents and spiritual gifts are given to be used for God's glory and to serve others. However, spiritual gifts are specifically given to build the church. 4) Talents are given at birth. Spiritual gifts are given at the new birth when a person becomes a Christian.