The Gifts of the Holy Spirit
Wisdom See as God sees Looks at life through God’s eyes Examines things going on in our lives from God’s point of view Think: “Give Me Your Eyes”
Understanding Finding the meaning of God’s truths and their significance for our lives Helps us recognize how God wants us to live
Right Judgment Helps us make choices that will lead us closer to God Helps us know the difference between right and wrong
Courage Helps us face challenges and struggles Helps us not to let life’s obstacles pull us away from God
Knowledge Helps us understand the meaning of what God has revealed, particularly in the Good News ofJesus Christ Striving to learn more about God through Scriptures and Church tradition
Reverence Gives us a deep sense of respect for God and the Church Helps us approach God with humility, trust, and love
Wonder Makes us aware of God’s greatness and power “Fear of the Lord” because God’s power and love can sometimes overwhelm us
Wisdom Understanding Right Judgment Courage Knowledge Reverence Wonder/Awe