
Scripture Reading:
Therefore, as you received Christ Jesus the Lord, so walk in him, rooted and built up in him and established in the faith, just as you were taught, abounding in thanksgiving. —Colossians 2:6–7
Fill in the blank:
a gift is only the
; it will continue to
as we “
the flame.”
2 Timothy 1:6–7; Matthew 25:29; Romans 12:6
Spiritual gifts grow through faithful
and
.
1 Corinthians 14:12; 1 Timothy 4:14–15; Matthew 25:21
Spiritual gifts grow as we
in faith, even
we feel
.
Exodus 4:10–12; Matthew 14:28–29; Zechariah 4:10; 2 Timothy 1:7
As we engage our gifts, it will
,
, and
others to engage theirs.
Ephesians 4:16; Hebrews 10:24–25
The
work of God in and through us calls us to ongoing
in his service.
Philippians 1:6; 2:12–13
Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men, knowing that from the Lord you will receive the inheritance as your reward. You are serving the Lord Christ. —Colossians 3:23–24
Questions for Further Reflection:
1. What gifts has God given you, and how are you using them to serve others and glorify Christ?
2. In what ways have fear, doubt, or hesitation kept you from stepping out in faith with your spiritual gifts? How can you trust God more in this area?
3. Who in your life has encouraged or inspired you to use your gifts? How can you be that kind of encouragement to someone else?
Referenced Scriptures:
Scripture quotations are from the ESV unless noted otherwise.
2 Timothy 1:6–7
6 For this reason I remind you to fan into flame the gift of God, which is in you through the laying on of my hands, 7 for God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control.
Matthew 25:29
For to everyone who has will more be given, and he will have an abundance. But from the one who has not, even what he has will be taken away.
Romans 12:6
Having gifts that differ according to the grace given to us, let us use them: if prophecy, in proportion to our faith;
1 Corinthians 14:12
So with yourselves, since you are eager for manifestations of the Spirit, strive to excel in building up the church.
1 Timothy 4:14–15
14 Do not neglect the gift you have, which was given you by prophecy when the council of elders laid their hands on you. 15 Practice these things, immerse yourself in them, so that all may see your progress.
Matthew 25:21
His master said to him, ‘Well done, good and faithful servant. You have been faithful over a little; I will set you over much. Enter into the joy of your master.’
Exodus 4:10–12
10 But Moses said to the LORD, “Oh, my Lord, I am not eloquent, either in the past or since you have spoken to your servant, but I am slow of speech and of tongue.” 11 Then the LORD said to him, “Who has made man’s mouth? Who makes him mute, or deaf, or seeing, or blind? Is it not I, the LORD? 12 Now therefore go, and I will be with your mouth and teach you what you shall speak.”
Matthew 14:28–29
28 And Peter answered him, “Lord, if it is you, command me to come to you on the water.” 29 He said, “Come.” So Peter got out of the boat and walked on the water and came to Jesus.
Zechariah 4:10
For whoever has despised the day of small things shall rejoice, and shall see the plumb line in the hand of Zerubbabel. “These seven are the eyes of the LORD, which range through the whole earth.”
2 Timothy 1:7
for God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control.
Ephesians 4:16
from whom the whole body, joined and held together by every joint with which it is equipped, when each part is working properly, makes the body grow so that it builds itself up in love.
Hebrews 10:24–25
24 And let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works, 25 not neglecting to meet together, as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another, and all the more as you see the Day drawing near.
Philippians 1:6
And I am sure of this, that he who began a good work in you will bring it to completion at the day of Jesus Christ.
Philippians 2:12–13
12 Therefore, my beloved, as you have always obeyed, so now, not only as in my presence but much more in my absence, work out your own salvation with fear and trembling, 13 for it is God who works in you, both to will and to work for his good pleasure.