To one is given through the Spirit the utterance of wisdom, and to another the utterance of knowledge according to the same Spirit, to another faith by the same Spirit, to another gifts of healing by the one Spirit, to another the working of miracles, to another prophecy, to another the discernment of spirits, to another various kinds of tongues, to another the interpretation of tongues. All these are activated by one and the same Spirit, who allots to each one individually just as the Spirit chooses. (1Corinthians 12: 8-11)

God has given us life. This gift includes being created in the image of God. The Hebrew used in Genesis suggests being created as a shadow of God, sharing the divine essence.

Jesus has shown us how we might use the gift of life. In the life of Jesus we can perceive God's original intent that we be attentive, courageous, loving, and self-giving.

From the Holy Spirit we have each received a particular gift. As with all gifts, we must accept what is offered. Many gifts require care and discipline to fully experience.