Fruitful Ministry

 

Today’s Reflection

Studying spiritual gifts, learning to work with them, and letting them work for the church can open up and expand fruitful ministry, whether a new ministry or a ministry that has had a long tenure in the local church.

—Christine Harman, For the Common Good: Discovering and Using Your Spiritual Gifts (Discipleship Resources, 2021)

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Today’s Question

When have you noticed the difference in people serving from their gifts with joy or serving from a sense of obligation? Join the conversation.

Today’s Scripture

Like good stewards of the manifold grace of God, serve one another with whatever gift each of you has received.
—1 Peter 4:10 (NRSV)

Prayer for the Week

Lord,
Give me knowledge and insight that will help me make the right choices in my life. Amen.
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Lectionary Readings

• Genesis 25:19-34
• Psalm 119:105-112
• Romans 8:1-11
• Matthew 13:1-9, 18-23

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