6 We have different gifts, according to the grace given to each of us. If your gift is prophesying, then prophesy in accordance with your "faith;7 if it is serving, then serve; if it is teaching, then teach;8 if it is to encourage, then give encouragement; if it is giving, then give generously; if it is to lead, "do it diligently; if it is to show mercy, do it cheerfully.