Careful Pride
To overcome pride, we need to look beyond ourselves.
What are you most proud of?
When has pride tripped you up?
Read: I Corinthians 12:1-11
What would you say is your spiritual gift? How did you discover it?
How do you feel about that gifting?
Read: I Corinthians 12:12-25
How do you feel about your role in the church? Have you ever felt more important – or less important – because of it?
On Sunday, Walter talked about how “care” in v. 25 is stronger than it seems. It approaches worry in intensity. Unpack that a bit. What’s the difference between saying “I care about you,” and “I’m worried for you!”
Read: I Corinthians 12:27
Do you feel like an essential part of the body of Christ? What makes you feel that way?
What can you do to use your spiritual gifting and your role in the church to “care for one another?”
Pray: Pray for God to reveal specific ways to you in which you can build up the church with your gifts and abilities.