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The Church, Then and Now: Spiritual Gifts and Unity

Explore the spiritual gifts and unity in the church, comparing the past and present. Discuss the diverse ministries and the importance of interdependence. Use group discussions and Bible references to delve deeper.

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The Church, Then and Now: Spiritual Gifts and Unity

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  1. I Corinthians The Church, Then and NowWelcome Session 17Spiritual GiftsChapter 12: 1-31

  2. I Corinthians 12:1-31 The Church, Then and Now Spiritual Gifts v1-13 Unity v14-31 Diversity

  3. Discussion Groups Process • Gather in groups of 6 to 8 people, same demographic. • For this session, complete questions 1 to 6. • Use various Bible versions to clarify text. • Share your answers. • Note any points remaining unclear after group review. • Confidentiality: personal comments acceptable, avoid private comments, maintain respect for group.

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  5. I Corinthians 12:1-31The Church, Then and Now Unity: The Gifts of the Spirit V1-3 We have the same LORD V4-6 We depend on the same God V7-11 We serve the same body V12-13 We have the same baptism

  6. Word of Wisdom Word of Knowledge Faith Healing Working of Miracles Prophecy Discerning of spirits Divers Tongues Interpretation of Tongues Spiritual Gifts

  7. Dead Church Stagnant Church Uniformity Healthy Church Unity Disorderly Church Anarchy Diversity

  8. I Corinthians 12:1-31The Church, Then and Now Diversity: The Gifts of Ministry V14-20 Different functions V21-26 Interdependence V27-31 Fulfilling God’s will

  9. Body Functions

  10. Interdependence … mutual reliance

  11. Ministries

  12. I Corinthians 12:1-31 The Church, Then and Now Spiritual Gifts v1-13 Unity v14-31 Diversity

  13. Next Session: Tongues and Prophecy Chapter 14: 1 – 40 I Corinthians The Church, Then and Now

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