Gifted By The Spirit

I Corinthians 12:1-11

I Corinthians 12:7 - To each is given the manifestation of the Spirit for the common good.

1. The Holy Spirit freely distributes spiritual gifts to those who have believed in Jesus.

Every believer does not receive the same gift - 12:4

Every believer does not have the same ministry - 12:6

Every believer is energized differently - 12:6

2. The Holy Spirit freely gives spiritual gifts for the common good. The FILLING of the Holy Spirit is EXPLAINED.

3. The Holy Spirit freely gives spiritual gifts to manifest His power in the Church.

4. Four Admonitions

Don’t be discouraged if your gifts are different than someone else’s.

Don’t be proud of your gifts or your productivity.

Prayerfully determine how God uses you to build up the body.

Daily surrender your gifts, talents and abilities to the Holy Spirit’s control.