We All Have Gifts to Give…

We all have gifts to give because we’ve been given gifts. Gifts from birth that are as much a part of our DNA as our genetic genes. Some may carry more then one gift as some blend well together. The gifts are: Prophecy, Serving, Teaching, Exhortation, Giving, Leadership and Mercy…

Prophecy: “One who utters divinely inspired Revelations.” This word always reminds me of the disciples. Men wearing robes, walking around in sandals with a tall wooden staffs. Are there still prophets today? We have the Bible, the full word of God from beginning to end so this question is actually pondered today. The bible does warn us about false prophets in the end times… there will be wolves in sheep’s clothing…Matthew 7:15 Be Prepared!!!

Serving: Any and all of us can fit into this category, as the category is as vast as the people. Take a large gathering; whether it be a church event, wedding, retirement party, fund raiser, etc. Take a look at the people in service: ticket sellers and sign hangers, organizers, decorators, the cooks and casserole makers, the ones who set up the table and chairs and tear them back down afterwards, the ones in the kitchen serving and cleaning, the greeters and ushers and your MC…where would we be without the circle of personalities who bring it all together.

Teaching: Our parents, minister, boss, teacher or professor probably were the first to come to mind but we can all fit in here as well. I remember a conversation with one of my greatest mentors who could quote scripture and their addresses like a second language. I told her once, I’m not equipped to share our Lord I can’t find any scriptures without looking them up in the concordance. Her response was do you have stories and testimonials about his love and care in your world? “Yes”, well that’s all you need. Teaching is simply sharing our knowledge and experience with others.

Exhortation: This is my favorite… Exhortation is the cheerleader of the pack…it gets to encourage, YAY!!! These personable characters help in possibly changing a view to a more positive approach or to simply give a hug, a word of encouragement, and leaving you with a smile. People with the gift of Exhortation are usually very upbeat and charismatic. These cats aren’t ever in the kitchen helping…they are greeting, laughing, enjoying and making everyone around them feel welcome.

Giving: Big donors come to mind here…but does it need to be big? I don’t think so. Yes, those who are blessed with the gift of finances for using to build that new wing or donate the cement for the foundation of the new church are so needed and greatly appreciated. Personally, I love the little givers and so does Jesus. The woman who gave the two pennies is praised because she gave all she had and with her whole heart. I happen to have someone special in my world who buys Bible’s for people who need them. On Amazon a paperback bible can be purchased for $10…can you imagine how much Jesus beams when another bible is ordered and sent to a soul searching for a life preserver. He supplies the Bibles for my little ministry also and his support and gifts mean the world to me…nothing ever done for our Lord is to small.

Leaders: We think of the CEO’s Directors of Operations, Minister; yes all the powerhouses; but what about the company picnic organizer, event planner, camp counselor, fund raising lead, troop leader or mom on a mission. Where would we be without the take charge People? Probably still sitting and discussing…what we should, do!!! With nothing getting done…

Last but definitely not least is the gift of Mercy: this is the gift of compassion, charity, humanity, kind-heartedness, giving compassionate treatment to those in distress…Gods word tells us our mercies are new every day. We begin fresh each morning. It’s a new day go out and make it a great one…use a few of your gifts today…you know what they say!!! What you put out will come back duofold. That’s Spiritual Law…go give it a try.

Have a most blessed day and thank you for joining me. 🥰