Serving with Your Gifts

Key Scripture:

“Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms.” – 1 Peter 4:10 (NIV)

Reflection:

Every believer has been given gifts as a stewardship from God. Your gifts may not look like someone else’s, and that is intentional. Some gifts are more visible; others work quietly in the background. All are important in the body of Christ.

Serving is not about earning favour with God. It is about participating in His work and blessing His people. As you offer your time, skills, and resources, even in small ways, you step into the good works He prepared in advance for you. In the process, you discover more of how He has uniquely wired you.

When you serve, you reflect the heart of Jesus, who came not to be served but to serve. Joy often follows service, not always before it. You may feel nervous or inadequate at first, but as you step out in faith, you may find that serving becomes one of the richest parts of your walk with God.

Prayer:

Lord, thank You that You have given me gifts to serve others. Show me where and how You want me to use what You have put in my hands. Give me a willing heart and a servant spirit. Amen.

Today’s Action Step:

List three things you are reasonably good at or enjoy doing. Pray over that list and ask, “God, how can I use one of these to bless someone or serve in my church?”