Teaching is a Gift of the Spirit and very important in today’s world. If you think you are not educated enough to grasp the gift of teaching, I might ask if you’ve ever read a bible story to a child, or taught a child to pray…you just might have exercised the gift of teaching! If we look back on the great theologians of the church, they had four characteristics: a deep love for the Word of God; an organized plan of study; a deep desire to inform others; and the ability to communicate on the student’s level. Think about that the next time you have the privilege of reading a bible story to a grandchild. God just may be blessing you with the gift of Teaching.

Hospitality is wonderful gift from God, and one who probably didn’t have that gift was Benjamin Franklin didn’t have. He coined the phrase, “Dead fish and visitors both stink after three days.” Hospitality means love for strangers, making others feel welcome in any setting. We exercise this gift on Sundays, to parishioners and visitors alike. While many enjoy using this gift on a regular basis, it’s a gift that is stretched when dealing with persons different from us. Yet, it’s our duty to spread the love of Jesus in this world. As I say every Sunday…Look for the face of Jesus in everyone you meet, and may everyone you meet, see the face of Jesus in you.

Pray that God will allow you to recognize His gifts in you!