1. The sphere of spiritual gifts 12-18 a) The Doctrinal Foundation: Baptism by the Spirit 12-13 >We cannot miss this one either!
>What is the Baptism of the Spirit? Ephesians 4:30, 2 Corinthians 3:16, Ephesians 1:13 & I Corinthians 6:19.
a) The Doctrinal Foundation: Spiritual gifts are the RESULT of conversion
>Spiritual gifts are the CONSEQUENCE of having been sealed with the Spirit of God
>Every believer has been baptized by the Spirit into the body of Christ
b. The Illustration: a body 14-17 >The body consists of many members. We need to drill verse 14 as deep into our heads as we can.
c. The Distribution of spiritual gifts v. 18: I Corinthians 4:7 >Consumerism is tied to a misunderstanding of this teaching: We sit back and expect the professionals to deal with church issues.
>The real meaning of growth: Ephesians 5:15-16 2. The dynamics of spiritual gifts: 19-31 a. The Purpose: v. 25 b. Interdependency: v.27 c. Hierarchical v.28: d. Complementarian v 29-30: Not one single person has all gifts.
>Points to Ponder Consumerist or Supplier? Taker, Keeper or Giver? The motivation: “We are members of Christ.”
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