Ministry Gifts

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Week 2: Gifts of Expression and Dedication

Artistry

The gift to be able to express things in ways that inspire others.

Exodus 31:1-11

Celibacy

The gift to be able to find complete fulfillment through a spiritual relationship with God, without need or desire for a physical relationship with a spouse.

1 Corinthians 7:7

Craftsmanship

The gift to be able to make or repair things.

Exodus 31:3-5

Giving

The gift to be able to give resources liberally and cheerfully.

Mark 12:41-44; Romans 12:8; 2 Corinthians 8:1-7; 2 Corinthians 9:2-8

Instrumental Music

The gift to be able to praise God and to evoke spiritual meaning for others through musical instruments.

Deuteronomy 31:22; 1 Samuel 16:14-23; 1 Chronicles 16:41-42; 2 Chronicles 5:12-13; 2 Chronicles 34:12; Psalm 150

Marrying

The gift to a man and a woman to be able to share for a lifetime the holy relationship between them that was ordained by God.

1 Corinthians 7:7

Speaking

The gift to be able to speak the Word as though from the mouth of God.

1 Peter 4:11

Vocal Music

The gift to be able to praise God and to evoke spiritual meaning for others through singing.

Deuteronomy 31:22; 1 Samuel 16:14-23; 1 Chronicles 16:41-42; 2 Chronicles 5:12-13; 2 Chronicles 34:12; Psalm 150

Writing

The gift to be able to express information and ideas clearly through the written word.

1 John 2:1-28