Christ's Love, Our Calling - Different Gifts, Same Grace
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Over the past month we have focused on Different Gifts, Same Grace. We have preached God’s Word on the subject. We have taught God’s Word with this emphasis. Now, as a congregation of Christians, we can be confident. Why? The Lord promises us that “faith comes from hearing the message” (Romans 10:17 ). We can be confident that the faith of our Epiphany family has grown. Jesus makes us this promise: “I am the vine; you are the branches. If a man remains in me and I in him, he will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing” (John 15:5). We are connected to Christ! We are fruitful through Christ. You now hold an opportunity in your hands to exercise your faith and bear fruits for Christ. What sort of fruits? The careful use of the talents God has given you. Jesus is the head of the body. As the Church’s Head, Jesus gives every one of His body’s member’s talents and abilities. We use them to God’s glory. We bury them to our shame. We use them to promote the salvation of our f