The Forgotten Spiritual Gift | Frankie Mazzapica

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The Forgotten Spiritual Gift Part 1 Pastor Frankie Mazzapica May 18, 2025 God has made a spiritual gift available to every believer—forgotten by many, but accessible to all. With it, the spirit takes command. Without it, emotions take control. Most of life’s breakdowns stem not from too much pressure, but from too little spiritual strength. Speaking in Tongues: What is it? A spiritual gift in which a person speaks in a language unknown to them, used in prayer, praise, and spiritual strengthening. How often is it mentioned? Approximately 20–22 times in the New Testament. Where is it found? Primarily in Acts and 1 Corinthians. I. Speaking in Tongues Strengthens Your Spirit “He who speaks in a tongue edifies himself…” (1 Corinthians 14:4 ) Praying in the Spirit builds faith. (Jude 1:20) Strength comes to the inner man through the Holy Spirit. (Ephesians 3:16) John and Jesus became strong in spirit through solitude and spiritual disciplines. (Luke 1:80&2:40) David strengthened himself in the Lord when surrounded by disaster and betrayal. (1 Samuel 30:6) Speaking in tongues strengthens the spirit and restores internal order. Your thoughts come into alignment with God’s truth. Your emotions come under the influence of the Spirit. Your desires begin to reflect the will of God. II. Clarifying Who This Gift Is For Some believe speaking in tongues is only for a few. That view often comes from: “All these are the work of one and the same Spirit, and he distributes them to each one, just as he determines.” —1 Corinthians 12:11 That passage refers to public ministry gifts, such as tongues with interpretation. However, Scripture also teaches that private tongues—a personal prayer language—is available to all believers: “I wish you all spoke with tongues…” (1 Corinthians 14:5) “These signs will follow those who believe… they will speak with new tongues…” (Mark 16:17) The greatest obstacle to speaking in tongues is the mind. It offends logic because it bypasses intellect—this is prayer from the spirit, not the head. III. Four Types of Speaking in Tongues Four Types of Speaking in Tongues: Two are public. Two are private. Public Uses: Tongues as a Sign to Unbelievers (1 Corinthians 14:22; Acts 2:6) Demonstrates the reality of God in supernatural ways. Tongues with Interpretation (1 Corinthians 12:10) Used in corporate worship to edify the body. Private Uses: Tongues for Intercession (Romans 8:26–28) The Spirit prays God’s perfect will when human words fall short. Tongues for Personal Prayer (1 Corinthians 14:4) “A person who speaks in tongues is strengthened personally.” IV. Tongues Is a Gateway Gift Speaking in tongues is the doorway to deeper spiritual power and heightened sensitivity to the Holy Spirit. “Speaking in tongues was the making of my ministry.” —John G. Lake “I never get out of bed in the morning without speaking in tongues.” —Smith Wigglesworth When you pray in tongues, your spirit is immersed in the presence of the Holy Spirit—and from that place, every good and perfect thing begins to flow. V. Reasons People Don’t Speak in Tongues Lack of Hunger Luke 11:13 – “How much more will your Father give the Holy Spirit to those who ask Him?” Lack of Boldness Some wait for God to take over their tongue entirely—but Scripture says the Spirit gives utterance, and the believer must speak by faith. How to begin speaking in tongues: 1st – Stir up hunger and ask for it. So if you sinful people know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your heavenly Father give the Holy Spirit to those who ask him.” —Luke 11:13 (NLT) 2nd – Be bold and go for it. 3rd - Exercise the gift daily. ------------------------------- STAY CONNECTED ✦ Frankie Mazzapica Website: http://intags.co/FMMWebsite ✦ Frankie Mazzapica Facebook: http://intags.co/FMMFacebook ✦ Frankie Mazzapica Instagram: http://intags.co/FMMInstagram

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