1 Corinthians 12:19–20: And if they were all one member, where would the body be? But now indeed there are many members, yet one body.
No member should compare or contrast itself with any other member, because each one is different and each one is important. I suppose I could learn to walk on my hands, but I prefer to use my feet, even though I have not yet learned to type or to eat with my feet. The ear cannot see and the eye cannot hear, yet each organ has an important ministry. And have you ever tried to smell through your ears?
There is a tendency today for some people to magnify the “sensational” gifts. Some believers feel very guilty because they possess gifts that do not put them into the limelight. It is this attitude that Paul opposed and refuted. Diversity does not suggest inferiority. Are we to believe that the sovereign Lord made a mistake when He bestowed the gifts? 1
Application
- Read James 1:17. Where do our gifts come from?
- If you’re not serving God with the giftedness He provides, you’re spiritual life will be very frustrating.
Thought to Share
The best gift is the gift I need today, to serve Him wholeheartedly. – TWEET IT
Prayer
Lord, I am so encouraged that You give me everything I need. I love You, Lord.
1. Wiersbe, W. W. (1996). The Bible exposition commentary. Wheaton, IL: Victor Books.
