Intro To Spiritual Gifts Agape Church of Christ

Why Discuss Spiritual Gifts?

1 Corinthians 12

Paul’s Discussion of Spiritual Gifts at Corinth Division in the body 12:1 = Spirituality 2:15, 3:1, 14:1 There seems to be a problem with arrogance and giftedness/practicing gifts Gifts, Ministry, Works

What are the Gifts? Word of wisdom Knowledge Faith Gift of healing Energy/Powers Prophecy Judging spirit Languages Interpreting languages Apostles Prophets Teachers Power Gifts of Healing Helping Administration Languages

What is the Emphasis/Purpose? 12:7 = common good (symphony) 13:1 = Agape is the most excellent 14:1 = Love, spirituality, prophecy = buidling up the body of Christ Spiritual Gifts are ways the Spirit helps us build up the church 12:13 = baptized by the Spirit into one body

Romans 12

Paul’s Discussion of Spiritual Gifts at Rome Rome = racist vs Jews 12:1 = Offer self as sacrifice Mind words used 4 times Think low of selves = not be arrogant One body, belonging together

Gifts at Roman Church Prophecy Ministry Teaching Encouraging Giving honestly Involvement Mercy 12:13, 16 Share with those in need Practice Hospitality Associate with Humiliated

Ephesians 4

Leadership Gifts Eph 4:11-16 Gifts of Leadership Purpose Apostles Prophets Evangelists Pastors Teachers Prepare God’s people for ministry Build up the body of Christ Unity Maturity = Agape Leadership Gifts Eph 4:11-16

What Are Spiritual Gifts Power, talents, skills, qualities used by/inspired by the Spirit Focus = build up and serve the body of Jesus Not about “pride” but “Agape love” Since they are inspired by the Spirit, a person can have various gifts or diverse gifts How can I fill the needs in the body of Christ?

What Needs to Be Done in the Body? How Can I Serve?

Intro To Spiritual Gifts Agape Church of Christ