16 | You Are Gifted — Understanding What Spiritual Gifts Actually Are

This is a Foundation Episode (Ep. 1–41) from The Kingdom Table Podcast — formerly The Reclaimed Woman Podcast. These episodes cover the first pillar of Kingdom life: Faith & Identity. Start here, or browse all 7 pillars at christiratcliff.com/podcast.   -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------   There’s a quiet battle happening in so many women’s hearts right now. We scroll through social media, see someone else’s platform, and start wondering if what we bring to the table even matters. We compare, we question, and sometimes, we shrink back,  waiting until we “get it all together” before we step into what God’s called us to do. But here’s the truth: you are already gifted. Not because you earned it, not because you’re perfect,  but because the Holy Spirit chose you, on purpose, for a purpose. And the enemy would love nothing more than to keep you doubting that. In this episode, I’m helping you get a clear, biblical understanding of what spiritual gifts actually are,  and what they’re not. We’re walking through 1 Corinthians 12, Romans 12, and Ephesians 4 to uncover four of the most common lies women believe about their gifts and the truth that sets us free.   This conversation is for every woman who’s ever felt unseen, overlooked, or unsure of where she fits in the Body of Christ. 💡 Key Takeaways You don’t earn your gift — it’s given by grace. Every believer has a spiritual gift. Yes, that includes you. Your gift isn’t about perfection; it’s about obedience. Spiritual gifts are meant for service, not self-promotion. God arranged you in the Body of Christ on purpose.   📖 Scripture Anchors 1 Corinthians 12:4–7 Romans 12:6 Ephesians 4:11–12 These passages will be our anchors over the next few episodes as we take a deeper dive into how spiritual gifts work together in the Body of Christ.   📝 Reflection & Invitation Take a few minutes this week to sit with the Lord and journal: What are my spiritual gifts? What lies have I believed about them? What truth does God’s Word say about me? And as you do, remember this: you are gifted, not for your glory, but for God’s.   🌱 Let’s Keep Growing Together If today’s episode stirred something in you, I’d love to walk alongside you as your coach. You can learn more about coaching and spiritual growth at www.christiratcliff.com Connect with me on Instagram →@christi_ratcliff_coaching Listen to The Reclaimed Woman Podcast → Apple Podcasts    ❤️ Next Steps Journal what God’s been showing you about your gifts. Share this episode with a friend who needs a reminder that she’s gifted too. Keep walking in obedience — your gift grows as you do.   Work with Me  📧 Contact → [email protected] 🎙️ Podcast → The Reclaimed Woman Podcast 📸 Instagram → @christi_ratcliff_coaching 🌐 Coaching → www.christiratcliff.com/coaching