Discovery and Growth of Your Gifts: A Unique Journey Toward Your Royal Calling
- Pr Enos Mwakalindile
- Aug 15
- 3 min read
🌿 The Story of Gifts from Eden to Pentecost
Eden was a place where God’s voice walked like a friend on the wind (Gen. 3:8). Humanity, alive with God’s own breath, was called to reign justly and fill the earth with beauty (Gen. 1:28). But sin shattered that image, clouding the horizon of humanity’s purpose. Through Israel, God appointed special ministries—from Bezalel, filled with the Spirit for craftsmanship (Ex. 31:1–5), to prophets bearing the Word of the Lord. Ultimately, Christ came, promising every disciple: “You will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes upon you” (Acts 1:8). Pentecost became the day of a new beginning, each person given a place in the work of the Kingdom.
“Every heart is created to hold a part in God’s story.”
🚨 Challenges That Hide Our Gifts
Unawareness — Many do not realize the gifts God has given them. It is like a city with great treasure buried beneath, but its people know nothing of it. A person may serve for years without discovering their unique place (1 Cor. 12:1).
Comparison — Some measure themselves by others, like the disciples who argued over who was greatest (Luke 22:24). It is like a mountain climber gazing at a neighbor’s peak instead of their own path, losing both strength and direction.
Fear and Doubt — Fear may drive someone to hide their gift, like the servant who buried his talent (Matt. 25:25). It is like a seed kept in the storehouse instead of being sown, never sprouting or bearing fruit.
Not Used in Love — Spiritual actions without love are like a noisy gong (1 Cor. 13:1–3). It is like a hospital full of modern equipment but lacking the compassion of doctors, unable to heal hearts.
“A gift is not given to be hidden, but to be used in love.”
🌈 Scriptural Definition and Gospel Fulfillment
Gifts are not ornaments; they are tools for Kingdom work. 1 Peter 4:10–11 tells us that each has received a gift to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace. Romans 12 and 1 Corinthians 12–14 picture the Body of Christ with many parts, yet one Spirit. In the prophecy of Jeremiah 31:33, God promised new hearts and a new law, so that each would serve from within. Christ fulfills this by filling us with His Spirit, turning gifts into ways of declaring the coming Kingdom.
“Your gifts are seeds of a growing kingdom.”
🛤️ Steps to Live and Grow in Your Gifts
Pray and Reflect — Seek God’s face as a friend who guides, reading Scripture as your map and prayer as your compass.
Try and Collaborate — Practice in real ministry, walking with people who can confirm, advise, or lovingly correct you, like iron sharpening iron (Prov. 27:17).
Learn — Broaden your knowledge of the Word and the skills of service, as Timothy received constant guidance from Paul (2 Tim. 1:6), and use every opportunity to learn through experience.
Serve with Love — Put others’ wellbeing first, using your gifts as the caring hands of Christ—like a hospital where doctors have compassionate hearts, not just modern equipment.
“Gifts grow by being used, not hidden.”
🙋 Discussion Questions
What practical steps can you take to discover the gifts God has given you, and why are these steps personally important?
Can you share a real-life example where using your gift brought positive change to an individual or to the whole church?
In what ways can we, as a community of believers, help each other to grow and be strengthened in the gifts we’ve been given?
🙌 Blessing of Sending
"May the Lord reveal to you the treasures He has placed within you, empower you to grow them faithfully, and make you a joyful partner in the work of His Kingdom."
🤝 Collaboration and Feedback
Have you ever discovered or developed your gift in your personal life or ministry? Share your thoughts, a testimony of how that gift has affected you or others, or ask any question to help continue our learning journey together.
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