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Memory verse.
Now there are diversities of gifts, but the same Spirit.
(1 Cor.12:4)
A. INTRODUCTION.
Apostle Paul in his writings recognized that God in his infinite wisdom has not gifted us the same way. In fact, if He had done that, it would have been precisely the same thing that we would all be able to do for God and in the same way. That would have been so monotonous. He has gifted us differently to make for variety in the body of Christ.
B. DIVERSITY OF GIFTS.
i. List and describe the gifts mentioned in 1Cor.12:4-10.
ii. List and describe the gifts mentioned in Rom.12:6-8, 28.
iii. List and describe those that Apostle Paul mentioned again in Eph.4:11.
iv. If you carefully observe the church today, will you say that the gifts mentioned above are the only gifts, why?
C. PURPOSE OF SPIRITUAL GIFTS.
Spiritual gifts are given by God (Eph.4:11; 1Cor.12:6; Rom.12:6). The reasons why those gifts are given are stated in the following scriptures:
i. Why are there diversities of gifts? (1Cor.12:7)
ii. According to Eph.4:12, the gifts were given for what purpose?
iii. Read and explain Eph.4:12-14
D. CAUTION ON SPIRITUAL GIFTS.
There are several counsels to us from Apostle Paul in relation to the spiritual gifts.
i. What is the counsel in Rom.12:3-5.
ii. What is the lesson we should learn from 1Cor.12:12-21?
iii. What is your understanding of 1Cor.12:22-26?
iv. Is there really any spiritual gift that is not important?
v. In which area is your own gifting?
vi. Is there really any of the gifts that is superior to your own gift?
E. CONCLUSION.
One of the great lessons we learn from studying the life of Paul is in the area of spiritual gifts. He makes us to realize that God loves variety and this is manifested in the spiritual gifts which He endows believers with. Have you identified your own? Are you using it to benefit His church?
Flashback.
Memory Verse.
This I say then, Walk in the Spirit, and ye shall not fulfil the lust of the flesh. (Galatians 5:16 KJV)
A. INTRODUCTION.
Apostle Paul, more that anyone else made a clear distinction between walking in the flesh and walking in the spirit. In this study, we shall examine the characteristics of walking in either way.
B. CONTRARY TO ONE ANOTHER.
Apostle Paul makes us to realize that when you walk in the spirit, you will discourage the manifestations of the flesh. Read and explain the following scriptures;
i. Gal.5:16
ii. Gal.5:17
iii.Gal.5:18
C. WORKS OF THE FLESH.
List and explain each of the works of the flesh as enumerated in Gal.5:19-21.
i. Adultery- why is adultery so rampant in the society and even in the church?
ii. Fornication- what are some reasons why fornication is common among youth today?
iii.Uncleaness- Ezk. 24:13
iv. Lustful pleasures- Pornography, masturbation etc
v. Idolatry- anything that competes with attention for God is idolatry
vi. Sorcery- witchcraft is not just the practice and use of magic but also other practices.
vii. Hatred- (1Jn.2:9-11)
viii. Quarreling – (Rom.12:18)
ix. Outbursts of anger- (Eph.4:26-27)
x. Jealousy/ Selfish ambition (Jam.3:16)
xii. Division (1Cor.1:10-13
xiii. Envy (Jam.3:14-16)
xiv. Murders (Ex.20:13; Matt.5:21-26)
xv. Drunkenness (Pro.20:1; Pro.23:29-35)
xvi. Wild parties etc.
xvii. What is the implication of the practice of any of the above vices? (Gal.5:21b)
D. COMPONENTS OF THE FRUIT OF THE SPIRIT.
Explain the components of the fruit of the spirit as listed in Gal.5:22-23.
i. Love
ii. Joy
iii. Peace
iv. Patience
v. Kindness
vi. Goodness
vii. Faithfulness
viii. Gentleness
ix. Self control.
x. Explain Gal.5:23b.
xi. What does it mean to crucify the flesh with its passions? (Gal.5:24)
And they that are Christ’s have crucified the flesh with the affections and lusts. (Galatians 5:24 KJV)
xii. According to Apostle Paul, the evidence of living in the spirit is walking in the spirit; Do you agree?
E. CONCLUSION.
This study gives us the opportunity to look at the distinction between walking in the flesh and walking in the spirit. What is reflected in our lives becomes the evidence of our walk. What is your life exhibiting?
