1 Corinthians 12:7

But to each one is given the manifestation of the Spirit to profit withal.

'is given' -'to each of us is given whatever gift we have--a point that was very necessary for the instruction of the Corinthians who liked to boast about their gifts and forgot that they were given.' (Lenski p. 498)

'manifestation of the Spirit' -'is Paul's way of saying "the gift which makes the work of the Spirit known. To each one is given. gift from the Spirit (which manifests the presence of the Spirit).' (McGuiggan p. 168)

Point to Note:

'There is no warrant for saying that one such gift manifests his presence more than another. Some gifts may be more extraordinary and spectacular than others, but it does not follow on that account that those who receive them are more spiritual than others.' (F.F. Bruce pp. 118-119)

'to profit withal' -'that he may use it for the common good.' (Phi) (1 Corinthians 6:12; 1 Corinthians 10:23)

'he anticipates the concern of Chapter s 13 and 14, that the gifts are for the building up of the community as. whole, not primarily for the benefit of the individual believer.' (Fee p. 589)

This last phrase sets the gifts in their proper role. Contrast Paul's instruction here to modern day 'faith-healers'. Who really "profits" from modern day healing services?