The Purpose of Spiritual Gifts – Empowered to Edify
📖 Anchor Scripture:
1 Corinthians 12:7 (NIV)
"Now to each one the manifestation of the Spirit is given for the common good."
📜 Devotional:
Many believers desire spiritual gifts, but few understand their true purpose. Spiritual gifts are not given for personal elevation or self-promotion—they are entrusted to us for the benefit of others and the building up of the Body of Christ.
Paul reminds the Corinthian church that every gift, whether spectacular or subtle, comes from the Holy Spirit and is designed to serve a greater purpose: “for the common good.” That means your gift is not really about you—it’s about others. It’s about the Church. It’s about Christ being glorified through your obedience and service.
This is why character must accompany charisma. A gifted person without love or humility can become dangerous to others and dishonoring to God. The Holy Spirit doesn’t give gifts to entertain us but to equip us for ministry, mission, and maturity.
As a watchman of the kingdom, you must ask yourself not just what your gift is—but why you’re using it.
📌 Key Lessons:
- Spiritual gifts are given to serve others, not to impress.
- Every believer has at least one gift.
- Gifts must be used in love and under God’s direction.
☆ Reflection Questions:
- Do I view my spiritual gifts as a tool for service or a badge of status?
- Have I identified how my gift benefits others in the Body of Christ?
- Am I willing to serve quietly even when my gift goes unnoticed?
✅ Actions to Take:
- Reflect on how your gift (or gifts) can practically serve your church or community.
- Commit to using your gift this week in a way that blesses someone else.
- Ask God to purify your motives and make you a vessel of love, not pride.
🙏 Prayer:
Holy Spirit, thank You for giving me gifts not for my glory, but for the good of others. Teach me to use them with humility, love, and purpose. Let my life glorify You and edify Your people. Amen.
📚 Further Scripture Readings:
- Romans 12:4–6
- Ephesians 4:11–12
- 1 Corinthians 13:1–3
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