Encourage the Body of Christ!

I have heard it said that 90% of the work of the ministry is done by 10% of
the body. There are many Gifts of the Spirit, yet it seems as though at
times very little is getting done. Administration, Knowledge, Apostleship,
Leadership, Discernment, Mercy, Evangelism , Miracles, Exhortation,
Pastor/Shepherd, Faith, Prophecy, Giving, Serving/Ministering, Healing,
Teaching, Interpretation of Tongues, Tongues, and Wisdom. Every believer
has been given a gift, something to help the body. *1 Cor 12:1 Now
concerning spiritual gifts, brethren, I do not want you to be ignorant 7
But the manifestation of the Spirit is given to each one for the profit of
all 11 But one and the same Spirit works all these things, distributing to
each one individually as He wills.* Brethren, we are ONE body, and each
part has a specific purpose to help the body grow and stay healthy. If you
do not know what your gifts are, pray and ask God to let you know. May we
desire to receive ALL that God has for each of us, and use what He has
given to strengthen and encourage the Body of Christ.

Douglas