What Does God Want From Us? I Want you to use the Gifts I Have Given You 2-20-22

God wants to use us in ministry – and He often gives us special ‘gifts’ to enable us to serve his kingdom well!  Most of us have heard the term ‘spiritual gifts,’ but we may not know what they are.  Simply put: ‘Spiritual gifts are abilities and characteristics in the Christian’s life that enable God to use them in the most effective ways possible.’  Some of these gifts have to do with the more public needs in a church, such as teaching or preaching, while some are more behind the scenes, such as that of hospitality or administration.  Regardless of the gift, the one who has received a gift has a responsibility to discover that gift, and then develop it fully, so as to be as useful to God’s Kingdom as possible.  

 

Interestingly, God values not only our effectiveness in ministry; He also values our attitudes and actions towards others when we are involved in ministry.  Gifts and actions are important, to be sure; the ‘more excellent way,’ though, is to be loving and gracious to others as we minister to others.  Grace and kindness are important, as is a sense of humility and love towards those in need.

 

God wants to use you, and He has ‘gifted’ you in some way.  Discover and develop your gift, and live the life God has planned for you!

 

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