Using your gifts for God's glory?

Good morning everyone! God is good all the time, all the time God is good. TOO BLESSED TO BE STRESSED!

Ephesians 4:11,12 "Now these are the figts Christ gave to the church: the apostles, the prophets, the evangelists, and the pastors and teachers.  Their responsibility is to equip God's people to do his work and build up the church, the body of Christ."

Your individuality is not taken away by our oneness in Christ.  The Holy Spirit has given each of us, Christians, special gifts for building up the church.  Now that we have these gifts, it is crucial to use them.  Are you using your gifts?

1 Corinthians 12:27,28 "All of you together are Christ's body, and each of you is a part of it.  Here are some of the parts God has appointed for the church:  first are apostles, second are prophets, third are teachers, then those who do miracles, those who have the gift of healing, those who can help others, those who have the gift of leadership, those who speak in unknown languages."

Are you spiritually mature, exercising the gifts God has given you?  If you know what your gifts are, look for opportunities to serve.  If you don't know, ask God to show you, perhaps with the help of your minister or Christian friends.  Then, as you begin to recognize your special area of service, use your gifts to strengthen and encourage the church.

Go forth, use your gifts, and let others see Christ in you. Love you all.

In Christ's Love and Grace
   Johnny