Acts 2:1-4 The Holy Spirit descends on the people
1 Corinthians 12:1-13 Variety of gifts by the same Spirit

Paul continues to confront the variety of dissentions in the broader community life. He longs to counteract self-centeredness and teaches the people of Corinth that each person has been given gifts from God which are to be used for the common good. Each person is no greater and no less than the other. No one person’s needs or wants are more or less important than another’s. These gifts have not been given to us to yield power or control over others. These gifts are intended for public use, to be shared so that all aspects of life are cared for, fulfilled and fully realized. How will we realize our full potential as a church?
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