My dad prepared and taught a lesson to other church members today, and part of the lesson was about spiritual gifts. The scriptures talk about gifts of the Spirit and fruits of the Spirit (some examples are listed in 1 Corinthians 12:4-11 in the Bible, and in Moroni 10:8-18 in the Book of Mormon). These gifts include, but are not limited to the gift of faith, of languages, of faith to heal, of faith to be healed, of teaching, of being taught, and of wisdom.
As I think about gifts and talents I've been blessed with, I can see I have a gift of finding things to be grateful for, of looking for the best in people, of dedication, of music, of planning, and much more. I am certainly not the best at any of these things, but I consider them some of my personal strengths. Because every good gift comes from God (see aforementioned Moroni reference), I am grateful to Him for my personal gifts and strengths, including the gift of recognizing them.
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