Are You Using Your Gifts?

By Pat

Do we use the gifts God gave us wisely, in the way in which He intended for them to be used? I have to say in honesty that I probably don't, and it shames me. Sure, sometimes I do. But is that good enough?

Several chapters in Exodus describe the construction of the temple and the ark, the alter and the making of the priestly garments. And although God's instructions for each item were very concise, everything was carried out to perfection from the curtains to the tabernacle to the perfumed anointing oil. God's plan was carried out successfully because the talents needed to complete God's plan were used obediently. (Exodus 36:1).

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What Are Your Special Gifts?

By Pat

How Can You Use Your Gifts To Help Others?

James 4:17 tells us "anyone, then, who knows the good he ought to do and doesn't do it, sins." That is, to me, a very frightening statement--one I need to not just ponder from time to time, but commit to memory and be spurred into action! It's very easy to fall into the wrong mindset, thinking of all the things I DON'T do wrong, the sins I don't commit. I try very hard every day to obey God's commands of not lying, stealing, coveting. Of treating my neighbor as myself. And then I pat myself on the back for being a good girl! But the Bible clearly states that more is required of us. God has given each of us our own unique, individual personalities, gifts and talents which are to be used to further His kingdom here. Therefore, I must make it my priority to seek God's guidance in using these gifts in the manner in which He intended, so that someday I will hear the words I so long to hear..."Well done, good and faithful servant!"