(a) What was Paul's counsel concerning the use of spiritual gifts in the Church? [12 marks]
(b) List three ways in which spiritual gifts are misused today. [3 marks].
(a) Romans 12:3-8:
(i) Paul advises that no Christian should think of himself more highly than necessary.
(ii) But according to our level of faith, we should be sober while judging.
(iii) Like the human body, we are severally gifted and do not have the same function.
(iv) Since our gifts differ, we should use them according to the grace given to us and in measures to our faith.
(v) All believers in Christ form one body (and are individually members of one another).
(vi) If a member is a prophet, he should prophesy in proportion to his faith.
(vii) Those given to service should be diligent in serving.
(viii) Whatever the gifts, should be utilized to bless the body of Christ.
(ix) Paul also called for cheerfulness in showing acts of mercy..
(b) Ways in which spiritual gifts are misused today:
(i) Some regard themselves as superiors on account of their spiritual endowment.
(ii) Some embark on self-glorification.
(iii) They arrogate honour to themselves rather than to God.
(iv) Some commercialize the gift of God.
(v) Some feel it is their personal effort that fetches them the gift.
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