Functioning in the Body of Christ
Key Verses: 1 Corinthians 12:12-20
There are 7 gifts that are given to some to do:
MinisteringExhortation
GivingTeachingShowing mercyFaithEvangelism
No member should compare or contrast themselves with any other member
Diversity does not suggest inferiority Unity without diversity would produce uniformity, and uniformity tends to produce death': Warren Wiersbe 1 Corinthians 12:21-26
Diversity in the body is evidence of God's wisdom (v24)Some parts of the body need to be honoured more than others (v25)God desires that there be no division in the church (v25)1 Corinthians 12:27-31
It is God who bestows the gifts (v28)Eagerly desire the greater gifts (v31)
2. Encourage others in their gifts
Use your gifts to benefit others, not yourself. Serve others and serve God. This is true greatness.