Further Thought | Friday | August 7

Friday — August 7: Further Thought

Read Bible

• 1 Corinthians 12:6
• 1 Corinthians 14:3–5
• Ephesians 4:12
• Isaiah 8:20

Spirit of Prophecy

• Spiritual Gifts, vol. 1, pp. 5–16

Summary

• God gives different spiritual gifts so that every believer can serve in His work.
• Every spiritual gift is important because God works through each believer in a unique way.
• No believer should look down on a small gift because every gift helps build the church.
• God calls His people to use their gifts with love, humility, and a spirit of service.
• The gift of prophecy has a special place because it strengthens and guides God’s people through His Word.
• Every prophetic message should be tested by the Bible because God’s truth never contradicts itself.
• The church grows stronger when believers value one another’s gifts and work together for Christ.

Question

• What should we remember as we use the spiritual gifts God has given us?

Answer

• We should use our gifts with love, value the gifts of others, test every spiritual message by the Bible, and work together to strengthen God’s church.

Reflection

• Am I using the gifts God has given me to serve others and help build His church?

Takeaway

• Use your spiritual gifts faithfully, work together with others, and always let God’s Word guide your service.