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Spiritual Gifts

Every member equipped for a share in the work

Hands-free narration of this study — good for the car.

Synopsis

The risen Christ distributes gifts so that the body can function. Gifts are given for the profit of all, not for personal display, and the lay pastor's task is to help each believer discover and use what has been entrusted to them.

Key points

  • Gifts are given to every believer, not to a select few.
  • Gifts serve the body; love governs their use.
  • Discovering a gift usually begins with serving a need.

Key texts

  • 1 Corinthians 12:4-11
  • Romans 12:4-8
  • Ephesians 4:7-12
  • 1 Peter 4:10-11
  1. Comprehension

    1. Who receives spiritual gifts, and for what purpose?

  2. Scripture

    2. Read 1 Corinthians 12:7. What phrase defines the purpose of every gift?

  3. Scripture

    3. Read 1 Peter 4:10. How are gifts to be used?

  4. Doctrinal Clarity

    4. Why does 1 Corinthians 13 stand between chapters 12 and 14?

  5. Contrast

    5. Contrast gift envy with body thinking.

  6. Doctrinal Clarity

    6. How can gifts be discovered practically?

  7. Application

    7. What has the body already affirmed in you that you have dismissed?

  8. Application

    8. Name a need in your church you could meet this quarter.