On Using Your Spiritual Gifts – 1 Corinthians 12:1-26
Tongues, prophecy, teaching, evangelism, mercy. In recent years a wide spectrum of views has developed among Christians about spiritual gifts. In Fire in the Fireplace Charles Hummel describes a common misconception: “Christians are often urged to inquire: ‘What is my gift? How can I discover and use it?’ Our culture pressures us to ask: ‘Who am I? How can I be fulfilled and realize my potential?’ ” But is this the emphasis of the New Testament’s teaching on spiritual gifts?
Personal Reflection: How does your view of yourself affect the way you interact with other Christians? Pray that God will help you to understand your spiritual gifts.
