Gifted to Serve
Scripture Reading — 1 Peter 4:10-11
Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace. . . .
Discovering our gifts, talents, and skills is a journey of self-awareness and purpose. Each of us has gifts and abilities meant to be used to benefit others and to honor God.
Reflecting back, I wish I had understood the value of identifying and using my gifts when I was younger. Contributing positively to the world and fulfilling God’s plan for our lives is important.
Identifying our gifts involves looking carefully at ourselves, seeking feedback from others, and exploring areas of passion and interest. When we recognize our strengths, we can channel them into meaningful service for the Lord, bringing joy and fulfillment to others as well as ourselves.
Using our gifts to serve others is an act of stewardship—a responsibility to manage and use God’s blessings wisely. As we step into our roles as good stewards, we align ourselves with God’s purposes, glorifying him through our actions and impact.
Let’s not delay in using our gifts for service. Whether our gifts are in teaching, helping, creating, leading, or another area, each has a place in God’s kingdom work. By serving others with the strengths God has given us, we reflect his love and bring honor to his name.
Heavenly Father, thank you for gifting us with many abilities. Help us identify and develop our gifts to serve others and glorify you. May our actions and talents bring honor and praise to your name. Amen.
About the author — Darrell Delaney
Darrell Delaney is a cohost of ReFrame’s podcast ministry Groundwork and serves as lead chaplain with Reach the Forgotten Jail Ministry in Michigan. He considers it his life’s calling to create and facilitate life-giving environments in which people can thrive and grow in their relationship with Jesus Christ. Darrell and his wife, Kia, have three children. He enjoys spending time with family, walking, reading, and playing basketball, chess, and video games.
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