Take a moment to read 1 Corinthians 12:1-11 before reading the devotional below.
Have you ever felt like you aren’t very good at anything? Great! You are just the person God has in mind for some supernatural abilities. He chooses people who aren’t all that impressive because he wants it to be clear that he is the source of your talents. Not only that, he can impact the supernatural, eternal realm with the skills he gives you.
There are all types of spiritual gifts, but they all support the main goal of worshiping Jesus, spreading the Gospel, and building up the church. For me, the Holy Spirit has at times given me supernatural knowledge that enables me to speak directly into a situation. He also gives me wisdom that I share with others when needed. When this happens, the Holy Spirit is the one doing the work, which means there is significant power in it. This is not something I can do by myself.
Here’s your freedom for today:
You can be a part of something bigger.
Have you asked the Holy Spirit to give you any of the gifts listed in today’s passage? If not, I would encourage you to ask. If you have asked, keep on asking. The Bible tells us to seek the gifts of the Spirit and to be persistent in our prayers. We don’t ask for these gifts so that we can experience something cool or show off. Instead, ask with a genuine desire to serve God. He will equip you for exactly the works he has already prepared for you to do.