The Gift of Celibacy

1. What does Paul say about celibacy in 1 Corinthians 7:7?

2. Skim over 1 Corinthians 7. What are some of the advantages of celibacy? What would some of the disadvantages of this gift be?

3. Read the following definition that Dr. Wagner gives for celibacy. How would you rewrite it in your own words to describe it to another Christian?

"The gift of celibacy is the special ability that God gives to some members of the Body of Christ to remain single and enjoy it; to be unmarried and not suffer undue sexual temptations.'

Your definition:

The Gift of Martyrdom

1. What do Acts 6:12-15; 7:54-60 and 1 Corinthians 12:3 say about martyrdom?

2. Name some martyrs throughout history that you know of who had this special gift.

3. Read the following definition that Dr. Wagner gives for the gift of martyrdom. Then write a definition in your own words.

'The gift of martyrdom is a special ability that God has given to certain members of the Body of Christ to undergo suffering for the faith even to death while consistently displaying a joyous and victorious attitude that brings glory to God.'

Your definition:

The Gift of Hospitality
1. What does 1 Peter 4:9, 10 say about hospitality?

2. Name some people you know who have this gift.

3. Read the following definition of this gift and then write one in your own words.

'The gift of hospitality is the special ability that God gives to certain members of the Body of Christ to provide an open house and warm welcome for those in need of food and lodging.'

Your definition: