that verse 6 is talking about miraculous healings, or it could be that it is talking about some
other miracles that were wrought.
The Bible does not specify what miracles were wrought, except to say, ". . . hearing and seeing
the MIRACLES which he did" (Acts 8:6). So it could also be that some miracles were wrought
that weren't healings. If so, that would be the gift of the working of miracles in operation.
We see other passages in the New Testament where the working of miracles is also directly
mentioned.
ACTS 6:8
8 And Stephen, full of faith and power, did great wonders and MIRACLES among the
people.
ACTS 15:12
12 Then all the multitude kept silence, and gave audience to Barnabas and Paul,
declaring what MIRACLES and wonders God had wrought among the Gentiles by them.
ACTS 19:11
11 And God wrought special MIRACLES by the hands of Paul:
The word "miracles" in Acts 6:8 and Acts 19:11 is the same Greek word, "dunamis," meaning
acts of power (Young's) or mighty, wonderful works (Strong's).
The word "miracles" in Acts 15:12 is the Greek word "semeion," which according to Vine's
Expository Dictionary, translates as a sign, mark, or token and "is used of miracles and
wonders as signs of divine authority." '
The Importance of the Working of Miracles
Howard Carter said in his book, Questions and Answers on Spiritual Gifts: "The working of
miracles is a very important manifestation of the Spirit. It is the mighty power of God flowing
through a person." 2
We might say that when this gift is in manifestation through a believer, he pa 'F