Preliminaries
Music (Opening Song)
Music is the ability given by God to sing or play instruments. This helps to relieve depression and create an appreciation of God's presence. Hymn #88/15
Administration
Special ability God gives to certain members of the Body of Christ to recognize the potential and contribution of others, to set immediate and long-range goals in the church, and to put in place measures for the realization of goals. (1 Cor 12:28 and Titus 1:5)
1 Corinthians 12:8-28- ....And God has appointed these in the church: first apostles, second prophets, third teachers, after that miracles, then gifts of healings, helps, administrations, varieties of tongues.
Romans 12: 6-8, 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.
Faith, discernment, apostles, prophets, teachers, miracles, healings, helps, administrations, varieties of tongues, mercy, service, giving, lead, diligence, cheerfulness
Wisdom
Given to certain people to do the correct thing at the right time. The instant knowledge we apply to any situation which has gotten out of control, in the absence of a written code of conduct or learned behaviour. James 1:5. James 3:13, 1 Corinthians 12:8, Isaiah 11:2 and 2 Timothy 3:15
Befriending
A man who has friends must himself be friendly,
But there is a friend who sticks closer than a brother. Proverbs 18:24
John 15:11-16 and 1 Peter 3:8
Bible Study (Scripture)
The ability in the Christian community to promote diligence and consistency in studying the word of God for personal and sustained evangelistic purposes. Ezra 7:10 & 25. Matthew 28:20
Scripture Reading - Romans 12: 3-8 and Isaiah 11: 2-3
Association
The ability God gives to some Christians to get along very well with other people. Romans 12;16
Romans 10:15 - And how shall they preach unless they are sent? As it is written:
“How beautiful are the feet of those who [a]preach the gospel of peace, Who bring glad tidings of good things!”
Missionary,
Peacemaker
Matthew 5:9, Romans 12:18, 1 Corinthians 7:15, 1 Thessalonians 5:13 and Isaiah 52:7
Encouragement
The ability God gives to certain members of the Body of Christ to help others turn away from the feelings of frustration and hopelessness. It is getting people to think and act positively, to turn away from themselves and their immediate circumstances and look to Christ. Acts 4:36-37, Hebrews 3:13, Hebrews 10:25
Intercession (Prayer)
An extraordinary prayer life with testimonies of corresponding success. James 5:15, Colossians 1:9-12, Colossians 4:12-13, Acts 12:12
Patience/Perseverance
Ability to endure hurt, stressful situations, prolonged delay of things expected to come to fruition. Proverbs 14:29, Proverbs 15:18, 1 Thessalonians 5:14, Romans 12:12, 2 Timothy 4:2, James 1:2 and Act 20:24
Acts 4:31- And when they had prayed, the place where they were assembled together was shaken; and they were all filled with the Holy Spirit, and they spoke the word of God with boldness.
Philippians 1:20- according to my earnest expectation and hope that in nothing I shall be ashamed, but with all boldness, as always, so now also Christ will be magnified in my body, whether by life or by death.
Holy Boldness
Eph 6:19, Acts 4:13
Discernment
1 Corinthians 12:10, Hebrews 5:14, John 4:1, Proverbs 16:22, 1 Kings 3:11-22, Ephesians 5:17
Reconciliation
Ability to promote good relationships and peace between individuals. Those who can connect with others to Christ. 2 Corinthians 5:17-20, Matthew 5:24 and Colossians 1:19-20.
Hospitality (Welcome)
Ability to given to certain members of the Body of Christ to provide an open house and warm welcome to those who are in need of food and lodging. 1 Peter 4:9. Romans 12:13, Romans 16:23 and Acts 16:14
Service
Matthew 25:36 - I was naked and you clothed Me; I was sick and you visited Me; I was in prison and you came to Me.’
James 1:27 -Pure and undefiled religion before God and the Father is this: to visit orphans and widows in their trouble, and to keep oneself unspotted from the world.
Visitation
Mercy
Matthew 5:7 and Luke 10:33-35
Speech
The ability to help others feel better about themselves and develop hope. The speak to others correctly, tenderly, quote the word of God and do not invite condemnation by what they say.
Colossians 4:6, Proverbs 17:7, Proverbs 18:21 and Proverbs 4:24
Encouragement (praise/song/prayer)
The ability God gives to certain members of the Body of Christ to help others turn away from the feelings of frustration and hopelessness. It is getting people to think and act positively, to turn away from themselves and their immediate circumstances and look to Christ. Acts 4:36-37, Hebrews 3:13, Hebrews 10:25
Giving/Liberality
Ecclesiastics 5:1-2 - Guard your steps when you go to the house of God. Go near to listen rather than to offer the sacrifice of fools, who do not know that they do wrong. Do not be quick with your mouth, do not be hasty in your heart to utter anything before God. God is in heaven, and you are on earth, so let your words be few.
Listening
Testify or Exhortation
1 Timothy 4:13, Hebrews 10:25, Acts 2:40, Acts 20:24
Celibacy
Given to certain members of the Body of Christ to remain single and feel fulfilled in it. They dedicate their lives to God and His word and show that they are happy with the state of their existence.
Matthew 19:12, 1 Corinthians 2:7 and 1 Corinthians 7:9