Spiritual Gifts
Summary for Spiritual Gifts lesson
I. 1 Corinthians 15:3-4 (The GOSPEL in two verses!)
II. 1 Corinthians 13 (The LOVE Chapter)
III. We are sealed with the Holy Spirit:
Ephesians 1:13-14 - We are sealed with the Holy Spirit when we believe in Christ.
2 Corinthians 1:21-22 - God establishes us and anoints us, sealing us with the Spirit.
Romans 8:9 - Anyone who does not have the Spirit of Christ does not belong to Him.
Galatians 4:6 - God sends the Spirit of His Son into our hearts, affirming our identity as His children.
John 14:17 - The Spirit dwells with us and will be in us, confirming our relationship with God.
1 John 3:24 - The Spirit He gave us confirms that we abide in Him and He in us.
IV. Gifts of the Holy Spirit
A. Administration
As an administrator you are a take-charge person who jumps in and starts giving orders when no one is in charge. You may lean toward organizing things, events or programs, OR toward organizing people, emphasizing personal relationships and leadership responsibilities.
B. Encouragement (Exhortation)
You have the Spirit-given capacity and desire to serve God by motivating others to action by urging them to pursue a course of conduct. You are enthusiastic and talkative and enjoy encouraging others.
C. Evangelism
The evangelist can either be a preacher who stands before a crowd, imploring them to be saved, or perhaps an individual sitting in a living room or on a plane, trying to persuade someone to accept Christ.
D. Giving
As a giver you have the Spirit-given capacity and desire to serve God by giving of your material resources, far beyond the tithe, to further the work of God. You have a strong desire to meet the financial needs of your fellow Christians and church members.
As a giver you probably feel that the best way you can give of yourself is to give of your material gain for the work of God. You give without public recognition and usually do not want people to know who you are nor how much is given. You disapprove of anyone who gives for the wrong motive. Your motive is to further the work of God and meet real needs, not to show off or get something in return.
E. Mercy
Closely linked to the gift of encouragement, the gift of mercy is obvious in those who are compassionate toward others and desire to lessen their suffering in a kind and cheerful manner.
F. Prophecy
The gift of prophecy does not mean you are supposed to have visions of the future. It means you are a "forthteller," telling or "speaking forth" the mind of God: boldly preaching, speaking, and teaching God's Word. You are very discerning; one who points out sin with the goal of making people aware of sin in their lives so they will repent.
G. Serving
As a server you have the Spirit-given capacity and desire to serve God by rendering practical help in both physical and spiritual matters. You enjoy meeting the practical needs of your fellow Christians and the church.
The gift of serving is not the gift God gives you when you cannot do anything else. It is spiritual in nature and as important as any gift in the church. Never think it is anything less; it only becomes less if you do not use it as God intended.
As a server you are the person who is willing to do a million and one necessary tasks in the church.
H. Shepherding
As a gifted shepherd, you have the Spirit-given capacity and desire to serve God by overseeing, training, and caring for the needs of a group of Christians. You are usually very patient, people-centered, and willing to spend time in prayer for others.
I. Teaching
As a teacher you are one who communicates knowledge, guides, makes known or relays facts. You are likely more in-depth than the average Sunday school teacher. You have the Spirit-given capacity and desire to serve God by making clear the truth of God's Word with accuracy. The material must be simple so students can understand it, and it must be practical.
V. Fruit of the Spirit
A. LOVE is the foundation, emphasizing selfless care for others.
B. JOY reflects a deep-seated happiness that transcends circumstances.
C. PEACE signifies inner tranquility and harmony with others.
D. PATIENCE encourages tolerance and endurance in difficult situations.
E. KINDNESS involves being considerate and compassion
towards others.
F. GOODNESS represents moral integrity and a desire to do good.
G. FAITHFULNESS highlights loyalty and reliability in
relationships.
H. GENTLENESS promotes humility and a soft approach in
interactions.
I. SELF-CONTROL empowers individuals to manage their impulses and desires.
Bible passages used in lesson on Spiritual Gifts, 4-16-26:
Matthew 25:14-30 (parable of talents)
1 Corinthians 12:4-8 – Spiritual Gifts
Romans 12:6-8 (gifts)
Ephesians 4:11 (gifts)
1 Peter 4:10-11 (gifts)
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We had a guest singer today – Lauren Jollay Gray (Kathy Jollay’s daughter)
Discussed John 17:3, NIV
3 Now this is eternal life: that they know You, the only true GOD, and Jesus Christ, whom you have sent.
"Untitled Hymn (Come To Jesus)"
By Chris Rice
Weak and wounded sinner
Lost and left to die
O, raise your head, for love is passing by
Come to Jesus
Come to Jesus
Come to Jesus and live!
Now your burden's lifted
And carried far away
And precious blood has washed away the stain... so
Sing to Jesus
Sing to Jesus
Sing to Jesus and live!
And like a newborn baby
Don't be afraid to crawl
And remember when you walk, sometimes we fall... so
Fall on Jesus
Fall on Jesus
Fall on Jesus and live!
Sometimes the way is lonely
And steep and filled with pain
So if your sky is dark and pours the rain... then
Cry to Jesus
Cry to Jesus
Cry to Jesus and live!
O, and when the love spills over
And music fills the night
And when you can't contain your joy inside... then
Dance for Jesus
Dance for Jesus
Dance for Jesus and live!
And with your final heartbeat
Kiss the world goodbye
Then go in peace and laugh on glory's side... and
Fly to Jesus
Fly to Jesus
Fly to Jesus and live!
