Scripture: Ephesians 4:11–16
Imagine a soccer team where everyone wants to be a striker. Who will defend or guard the goal? ⚽
Ask: "If everyone in church wants to be a worship leader, who will run the sound or welcome people?"
Sometimes we think our talent is small, but in God’s eyes, every gift matters!
Paul wrote Ephesians while in prison in Rome. He reminded the church that they are one body in Christ and that each person has been given spiritual gifts (talents) to build up that body. No role is greater or lesser — all are needed for unity and growth.
“He gave the apostles, the prophets, the evangelists, the shepherds and teachers.”
The word “gave” (edōken) means a purposeful gift.
Every talent we have comes from God for a specific reason.
Parallel Verse: 1 Corinthians 12:4–6 – “There are different kinds of gifts, but the same Spirit.”
👉 Different talents, one Source — the Holy Spirit.
The goal is “to equip the saints for the work of ministry.”
The word katartismos means to make something fully ready for use.
God wants every youth to serve — not just watch.
Parallel Verse: Romans 12:6–8 – Paul lists many gifts (teaching, serving, giving, encouraging). All are useful for the church.
👉 Whatever your gift, use it to strengthen Christ’s body!
Group Activity: In small groups, each youth shares one talent and how they could use it for God. (Example: good at design → make church posters; loves writing → help write devotionals.)
“Speaking the truth in love, we grow up in every way into Him who is the head, Christ.”
The word “grow” (auxanō) means continuous growth.
We are to develop — not just know our talent, but use it in love.
Parallel Verse: 1 Peter 4:10 – “Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others.”
👉 Our talents are for serving, not showing off.
A boy loved fixing broken things. His friends didn’t think that was spiritual. One Sunday, the church sound system broke, and he repaired it. The service continued smoothly — and everyone realized even technical skills can glorify God.
Ask: “Do you know your talent? Are you using it for God?”
Call to action: Don’t wait to be perfect — God uses those who are willing, not just talented.
Encourage each youth to write one way they will serve this week using their talent.
“Lord, thank You for giving us talents. Teach us to value and use them for Your glory. Amen.”