Keys to Spiritual Gifts
1. They are given by grace and practiced by faith.
Romans 12:6
We have different gifts, according to the grace given to each of us. If your gift is prophesying, then prophesy in accordance with your faith.
2. Every gift is essential
1 Corinthians 12:27
Now you are the body of Christ, and each one of you is a part of it.
3. Spiritual Gifts only become fulfilling when we give them away.
1 Corinthians 12:7
Now to each one the manifestation of the Spirit is given for the common good.
Romans 12:7-8
if it is serving, then serve; if it is teaching, then teach; if it is to encourage, then give encouragement; if it is giving, then give generously; if it is to lead, do it diligently; if it is to show mercy, do it cheerfully.
What about the heart?
My heart is why I say, feel, and act the way I do.
Matthew 15:18
But the things that come out of a person’s mouth come from the heart.
Hebrews 4:12
For the word of God is living and active, sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing to the division of soul and of spirit, of joints and of marrow, and discerning the thoughts and intentions of the heart.
Proverbs 4:23
Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it.
It is good to live with all our heart!
Colossians 3:23
Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters.
What do I do with my Spiritual gift and Heart?
Discover It! and commit all my life to Christ - Spiritual gifts are best found when you’re in love with Jesus and trusting him.
Develop It! and examine my heart’s desire.
When you give your heart to Christ it lights on fire to love or impact people, but it is very different for each person.
Use It! and step out in faith.
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