Our spiritual gifts
are given to us to serve others. Some of us love to open our homes to others in
hospitality, (not one of my gifts!), others find comfort in keeping things in
order, the gift of administration, others have the ability to listen patiently,
understanding and encouraging those who are suffering, the gifts of
encouragement and mercy. Still others have the gift of teaching and writing,
the gift of shepherding a group of children or adults, the gift to be a pastor
or the gift of service, working behind the scenes. (see Romans 12, 1 Corinthians
12, Ephesians 4)
God loves to see us
using our unique gifts for His purposes. When you fit in the body of Christ
right where you were meant to be, you will be filled with joy and passion and
the power of the Holy Spirit. Is God calling you to a new ministry, to be a
prayer warrior for others, to help a neighbor? Watch for His lead. Wait for the
prompting of the Spirit within and follow. He is the Great Shepherd and you
will hear His voice.
My sheep
listen to My voice. I know them and they know Me. John 10:27
Jesus,
Keep our ears and our hearts wide open to hear You. Guide our
ways and show us how and when to use the gifts You have given us. Fill us with
passion and with joy.
Amen
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