Family Day 11: Faith that fulfills its God-given purpose
Today's Scripture
We have different gifts, according to the grace given to each of us. If your gift is prophesying, then prophesy in accordance with your faith; if it is serving, then serve; if it is teaching, then teach; if it is to encourage, then give encouragement; if it is giving, then give generously; if it is to lead, do it diligently; if it is to show mercy, do it cheerfully.
— Romans 12:6-8 (NIV)
Reflect on the Word
The Holy Spirit gives spiritual gifts to followers of Jesus, equipping us to live our part in God’s story—no matter what age we are!
Jesus calls His followers a body. God’s Spirit gives gifts so that “the body of Christ may be built up” (Read Eph. 4:12). That means those who believe in Jesus are different parts of the body, and Jesus is the head. There are lots of different kinds of gifts we can use to help one another. But no one gift is more important than any other gift.
The good news for us is that God’s Spirit continues to give each of us special gifts when we choose to follow Him. Those gifts empower us to love and serve others with a power much greater than our own. But we don’t have to use these gifts alone! God’s Spirit gave us these gifts, and He will give us the power to serve others with them.
Family Moment
Explore the spiritual gifts found in Romans 12:6-8, 1 Corinthians 12 and Ephesians 4:11-13. Trace the handprints of every family member. Inside the handprints, write or draw gifts you’ve seen in that person. Or, simply go around the table and share gifts you’ve seen on display in one another.
Let's Pray!
Ask God to show you the unique gifts He has given you. Or, if there is a gift you need, ask for it. Thank God for His gifts as you trust Him to use your gifts to love others in the week ahead.