Sermon Title: “Finding Your Spiritual Gifts: HELPING Gifts”
Scripture: Romans 12:4-8 1 Corinthians 12:4-11; 27-31 1 Peter 4:9-11
INTRO: HELPING Gifts
the Body of Christ by enhancing the WORD gifts. These gifts best exhibit the
of the Spirit in the life of a Christian, and they indicate spiritual
more so than the other gifts.
HELPING GIFTS
1. ADMINISTRATION: the special ability to
clearly the immediate & long-range goals of a local Body of Christ and to organize and execute plans for the accomplishment of these goals. This person may also possess the gifts of knowledge & wisdom. You quickly understand situations that seem
for others. You enjoy
and goal setting.
historical example: Joseph, Jethro
modern example: Kaye Merriett, Julie Moore, Brooke Wood
2. GIVING: the special ability to
their spiritual, mental, physical, material, and financial resources to the Church with liberality and
. You may have this gift if God has blessed you with
or
. You look forward to
to give.
historical example: The Widow (mite), The Good Samaritan
modern example: Marlene Cain, Shelia Thomas
3. HELPS: the special ability to
the talents they have into the lives and ministry of other members of the Church in order to increase the effectiveness of the ministry. You easily identify
and desire to help meet them. You receive
in ministering to others. You do not have a strong desire for
.
historical example: Mary Magdalene, Dorcas
modern example: Tammy Gallimore
4. HOSPITALITY: the special ability to
physical welfare and blessing to those in need (food, shelter, clothing, etc.). There is a danger with this gift, grumbling and complaining often happens when we are tired and feel that we are the “only ones”
.
historical example: Martha
modern example: Robbie & Pennye Duncan, Wayne & Diane Nobles
5. LEADERSHIP: the special ability to cast
and set goals in accordance with God’s purpose for the Church, and the ability to
that vision & connect with others in such a way that makes others
to participate. You have
with others. People seem to “wait” for you to make the
. You enjoy
. You feel compelled to “change the world.” You speak with
and
.
historical example: Jesus Christ, John F. Kennedy
modern example: John Maxwell, Tyler Jones
6. MERCY: the special ability to feel genuine
and
for others. You are an encourager who does not easily become
. You have
.
historical example: Jesus Christ
modern example: Madeline Tanner
7. SERVICE: the special ability to
unmet needs involved in a task related to God’s work and the Church, and to
use their talents and resources to meet those needs. Your
is “whatever I do, I do as unto the Lord.” A danger of this gift is becoming
-
.
historical example: Jesus Christ
modern example: George & Diane O’Banion, Alan & Kathy Langdale
CLOSE: “Now eagerly desire the greater gifts.” I Corinthians 12:31
…THE GREAT LOVE CHAPER OF THE BIBLE I CORINTHIANS 13
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