Christian Biblical scholars who believe that the gifts of the Holy Spirit continue after Pentecost and are for today’s believers often refer to several passages in the New Testament to support their view. This belief is commonly held in charismatic and Pentecostal denominations, as well as in many non-denominational churches. According to Acts 2:17-18, this passage records the Apostle Peter quoting the prophet Joel during the event of Pentecost: “‘And in the last days, God says, I will pour out my Spirit on all people. Your sons and daughters will prophesy, your young men will see visions, your old men will dream dreams. Even on my servants, both men and women, I will pour out my Spirit in those days, and they will prophesy.” This is seen as an indication that the gifts of the Spirit are not limited to the first century but are intended for all ages of the church. According to 1 Corinthians 12-14, these chapters are a detailed discussion by Paul about the spiritual gifts. Paul describes various gifts such as prophecy, tongues, healing, and wisdom, and emphasizes their importance for the edification of the church. Paul’s instruction on the proper use of these gifts suggests their ongoing relevance. According to Ephesians 4:11-13, Paul writes about the gifts Christ gave to the church, including apostles, prophets, evangelists, pastors, and teachers. He explains that these roles are for “building up the body of Christ, until we all reach unity in the faith and in the knowledge of the Son of God and become mature.” This passage is often interpreted as indicating that these gifts and roles are to continue until the church fully matures. According to Romans 12:6-8,  Paul talks about gifts such as prophecy, serving, teaching, encouraging, giving, leadership, and mercy, which are given according to the grace given to each person. This diversity of gifts is seen as a means for the church to function effectively across different times and cultures. According to 1 Corinthians 1:7, Paul, in his greeting to the Corinthians, says, “Therefore you do not lack any spiritual gift as you eagerly wait for our Lord Jesus Christ to be revealed.” This suggests that the gifts will be needed and available until the return of Christ. Scholars and believers who hold to a CONTINUATIONIST perspective argue that these passages, among others, indicate that the gifts of the Holy Spirit were not just for the early church but continue to be relevant and available for believers today. They see these gifts as essential for the mission of the church, personal edification, and the edification of the body of Christ as a whole.