1 Corinthians 12:4-6, The Same God Worketh All in All

1 Corinthians 12:4-6 Now there are diversities of gifts, but the same Spirit. 5 And there are differences of administrations, but the same Lord. 6 And there are diversities of operations, but it is the same God which worketh all in all.

Our God is One the director of operations in the church. The Holy Spirit gives gifts for service in the church. And there are different ministries in the church that serves His body. And there are varied activities by which different spiritual gifts are exercised for the strengthening of the body.

William MacDonald observed, “The Corinthians were acting as if there was only one gift—tongues. Paul says, “No, your unity is not found in the possession of one common gift, but rather in possession of the Holy Spirit who is the Source of all the gifts.”

He further elaborated, “Next the apostle points out that there are differences of ministries or services in the church. We don’t all have the same work. But what we have in common is that whatever we do is done for the same Lord and with a view to serving others (not self). Then again, though there are diversities of activities as far as spiritual gifts are concerned, it is the same God who empowers each believer. If one gift seems more successful or spectacular or powerful than another, it is not because of any superiority in the person possessing it. It is God who supplies the power.”

May the Lord bless the service of His people for the advancement of His kingdom. Amen.