Quick Summary
- Every believer is called to serve, not just paid staff
- God gives spiritual gifts for building up the church
- Find where your gifts, passions, and needs intersect
- Start small, be faithful, and God will expand your ministry
- Serving is worship—done for God's glory, not recognition
Why Serve?
- It's commanded: "Serve one another in love" (Galatians 5:13)
- It builds the body: Each part does its work (Ephesians 4:16)
- It glorifies God: Service is worship (Colossians 3:23)
- It reflects Jesus: He came to serve, not be served (Mark 10:45)
- It develops character: Serving sanctifies us
Discovering Your Spiritual Gifts
Common Spiritual Gifts:
Teaching
Leadership
Service
Mercy
Giving
Encouragement
Evangelism
Hospitality
Administration
Wisdom
How to Find Your Ministry
- Pray: Ask God to reveal how He's gifted you
- Explore: Try different areas of service
- Get Feedback: Ask mature believers what gifts they see
- Look for Passion: What needs burden your heart?
- Start Somewhere: Serve where needed, even if not your passion
- Be Faithful: Excellence in small things leads to bigger opportunities
Practical Ways to Serve
- Greet visitors and new members
- Teach children or youth
- Lead or participate in small groups
- Serve on worship team (music, tech, setup)
- Help with hospitality and events
- Visit sick, elderly, or shut-ins
- Serve in administrative roles
- Mentor newer believers
- Support missions financially or by going
Remember:
- Your service matters—no role is insignificant
- Serve faithfully where you are before seeking bigger roles
- It's not about you—it's about building God's kingdom
- Burnout happens when we serve in our strength, not God's