Which of the following is NOT listed as a Gift of the Spirit in the notes?

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The main idea here is distinguishing between Gifts of the Spirit and the character the Spirit produces in believers. Gifts are specific divine abilities given to individuals to serve and build up the church, such as wisdom, knowledge, and discernment. These are listed because they are considered special empowerments for ministry.

Mercy isn’t a supernatural empowerment listed among the Gifts in the notes. It’s better understood as a virtue or fruit reflected in how a believer acts—compassion and kindness expressed in everyday life—rather than a designated ministry tool or ability given for a particular spiritual task. That’s why, in this context, mercy isn’t counted among the Gifts of the Spirit.

So the reason mercy is the correct choice is that the notes treat Gifts of the Spirit as specific abilities like wisdom, knowledge, and discernment, while mercy is categorized elsewhere, typically as a fruit or virtue produced by the Spirit rather than a formal gift.