Romans 12:6-8 We have different gifts, according to the grace given to us. If a man's gift is prophesying, let him use it in proportion to his faith. If it is serving, let him serve; if it is teaching, let him teach; if it is encouraging, let him encourage; if it is contributing to the needs of others, let him give generously; if it is leadership, let him govern diligently; if it is showing mercy, let him do it cheerfully.
What would you do if you were in charge? Your answer will tell you a lot about the gifts God has given you personally. The problem is many times we evaluate others in light of our own gift. One of the most important things to understand about gifts is they are given to us individually, not collectively. Sure we might share some of the same gifts, but keep in mind, God has made each of us uniquely to serve Him and perform our role within the body. God is glorified when we maturely say, "He may be different, she may be different, but we're all working together because that is the way God made us and intended for us to function within His church."
Have you found your gift? Unfortunately, we oftentimes spend so much time trying to classify our gifts we never place them into practice. Paul's guidance, and my examples, are just that -- guidelines and illustrations. Worry less about the category of your gift and get busy with God's work. That is Paul's simple point -- just do it! Have you placed your gift in practice? Are you consciously allowing God to develop it within you? Yield to His will. Begin now. How will you become actively involved in ministry? Take a step of faith
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