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Just as our bodies have many parts and each part has a special function, so it is with Christ’s body. We are many parts of one body, and we all belong to each other. In his grace, God has given us different gifts for doing certain things well. So if God has given you the ability to prophesy, speak out with as much faith as God has given you. If your gift is serving others, serve them well. If you are a teacher, teach well. If your gift is to encourage others, be encouraging. If it is giving, give generously. If God has given you leadership ability, take the responsibility seriously. And if you have a gift for showing kindness to others, do it gladly.
Romans 12:4-8 (NLT)
4 THINGS ABOUT SERVING
1. There are many different kinds of gifts.
Now there are varieties of gifts, but the same Spirit; and there are varieties of service, but the same Lord; and there are varieties of activities, but the same God who empowers them all in everyone. To each is given the manifestation of the Spirit for the common good.
1 Corinthians 12:4-7 (ESV)
2. Each gift matters.
Just as our bodies have many parts and each part has a special function, so it is with Christ’s body. We are many parts of one body, and we all belong to each other.
Romans 12:4-5 (NLT)
3. Spiritual gifts are marks of grace.
In his grace, God has given us different gifts for doing certain things well…
Romans 12:6 (NLT)
4. Spiritual gifts allow you to excel in certain areas.
In his grace, God has given us different gifts for doing certain things well. So if God has given you the ability to prophesy, speak out with as much faith as God has given you.
Romans 12:6 (NLT)
HOW SPIRITUAL GIFTS OPERATE
Prophecy
But the one who prophesies speaks to people for their strengthening, encouraging and comfort.
1 Corinthians 14:3 (NIV)
Serving
Teaching
Encouragement
Leading
Mercy
Never be lazy, but work hard and serve the Lord enthusiastically.
Romans 12:4-11 (NLT)