Alive In The Spirit: You're Gifted - Ian Walton

In the final instalment of the "Alive in the Spirit" series, we dive into the practical reality of spiritual gifts. Using a creative chocolate distribution demonstration (that may or may not have involved some rule-breaking), this message explores how the Holy Spirit equips each believer with unique gifts, not for personal consumption, but for the common good. You'll discover the difference between spiritual gifts and spiritual fruit, why some gifts feel more like burdens than blessings, and how your unique flavour matters in stewarding what God's given you. The message covers everything from what may seem like "ordinary gifts" like teaching and administration, through to what some would describe as "extraordinary ones" like prophecy and healing. All of which are needed for a fully functioning body of Christ. The key takeaways? Discover your gifts by asking trusted people and trying new ministries. Develop them through practice and mentorship. Deploy them in effective action, because if your gift remains hidden, there's a genuine lack in the body and in the world. With love as the essential motivation, we're called to be tools, not toys, in God's hands. **Bible Verses Referenced:** 1 Corinthians 12:7-11, 27-28 Romans 12:6-8 1 Peter 4:10 Ephesians 4 1 Corinthians 13 Ephesians 2:10 CONNECT WITH RIVERLIFE CHURCH HERE ATInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/riverlifebaptistchurchFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/RiverlifeBaptistChurchWebsite: https://riverlifechurch.org.au