GIFTS

Today's reading: 1 Peter 4-5

"God has given gifts to each of you from his great variety of spiritual gifts. Mange them well so that God's generosity can flow through you." 1 Peter 4:10 NLT

I'm talking to the churchfolk who wear several hats in their congregation...

The ones who are on several committees, serve in numerous roles and play various roles in every Sunday's gathering.

The ones who slide into the parking lot on two wheels, run from their cars to the door, make a mad dash to the copier, rush through the lesson of Noah and the ark with the littles, catch a quick bathroom break before playing the piano, providing a solo, greeting all the newcomers AND head the meeting that's being held after services end.

You.

God's apparently given you many gifts--are you managing them well?

Are you focused on where He wants you, so that He is glorified?

Are you all-in serving the ministry He has for you, or are you spread thinly across many missions?

Are you experiencing the rest God offers us as His, or are you always flustered, frantic and frustrated?

Are you involved in many things, but missing out on the main thing?

Are you glorifying God in every act of service, or are you grumbling and groaning to all who will listen?

Take some time to prayerfully consider how well you are managing your God-given gifts.