Ephesians 4:7

(4:7) "But" introduces a contrast. In contrast to all of the previously mentioned things, which we hold in common, we have also been given abilities and/or opportunities specifically suited to our individual responsibilities in Christ. Each is equipped to accomplish his/her particular tasks or to meet his/her specific challenge. Immediately after giving the list of gifts to those in Corinth, Paul reminds them that each individual is equipped as God intended. Further, that the application of like gifts will not necessarily follow any given pattern. Have you ever noticed how much different preachers seem to follow just a few limited styles of delivery? Who made the rule that said a normal conversational tone and delivery was not acceptable? Why the measured, forced, cadence of so many messages? How much of the whole operation is simply role-playing and staging?