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New Book Release: Compassion in Practice, Revised Edition
Discover a path of radical compassion rooted in the way of Jesus. How do we practice Read More
Denise Kohlmeyer (Illinois, USA) | Read 1 Corinthians 12:3-6
I work for a nonprofit and most of the time we work well together when setting goals. But on occasion each of us has a different vision for or opinion about our work. In those instances, unity is lacking. Planning can stall and nothing gets done.
Yet regarding spiritual gifts,...
Creator, Redeemer, and Sustainer, thank you for endowing us with gifts so that we can do your work in the world. Help us to be faithful in exercising our gifts for the glory of God. Amen.
Many contemporary Christians wrestle with the theology of the Holy Spirit, as there are innumerable facets to the Holy Spirit. As such, the Spirit often remains the most mysterious person of the Trinity. The Spirit is powerful and active, and we understand the role of the Spirit within larger truths about God and God’s activities in the world. God empowers the disciples on Pentecost by the Spirit, and the psalmist emphasizes the role of the Spirit in creation. Paul tells the Corinthians that the Spirit enables us to recognize Jesus as Lord and serve one another. John tells of Jesus’ promise of “rivers of living water,” indicating the coming Spirit. We have much to be grateful for in the presence and power of the Holy Spirit as it empowers us to serve and reach others.
Read Psalm 104:24-34, 35b. As a wonderfully made, Spirit-filled member of creation, how do you see yourself fitting into the work of God?
Read Acts 2:1-21. How are you fulfilling your calling as an ambassador for Christ?
Read 1 Corinthians 12:3b-13. How does your faith guide you to a tension between sameness and difference that might help you create a diverse unity among your family or faith community?
Read John 7:37-39. The Spirit pours through us so that we bless others. How will you yield to the Spirit today to bless someone?
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