“Having then gifts differing according to the grace that is given to us whether prophecy, let us prophesy, according to the proportion of faith; Or ministry, let us wait on our ministering: or he that teacheth, on teaching; Or he that exhorteth, on exhortation: he that giveth, let him do it with simplicity; he that ruleth, with diligence; he that sheweth mercy, with cheerfulness” (Romans 12:6-8).
Once you feel you know what your gift is, be ready to put it to use. The website commentary “Christ Notes” states: “We must not say, I am nothing therefore I will sit still, and do nothing; but, I am nothing in myself, and therefore I will lay out myself to the utmost, in the strength of the grace of Christ. Whatever our gifts or situations may be, let us try to employ ourselves humbly, diligently, cheerfully, and in simplicity; not seeking our own credit or profit, but the good of many, for this world and that which is to come.”
We cannot use the excuse that we aren’t capable to do much in service to God. I’ve heard this phrase used many times: “God doesn’t look at your capability, just your availability.”
God just wants you to do your best and leave the rest to Him.
Sue Winchester
Missouri
PRAY TOGETHER: Today is Day 14 of 40 days of Prayer and Fasting with International Missions. As people are saved, ask God to help your church welcome new believers wholeheartedly. Pray for the discipleship of these new believers, asking God to help them to grow strong in their newfound faith, to increase their understanding and application of the Word in their lives, and to share what they learn with others.
“And the things that thou hast heard of me among many witnesses, the same commit thou to faithful men, who shall be able to teach others also” (2 Timothy 2:2).
