Spiritual Gifts Assessment

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How to rank each statement

I am joyful about the ways God has provided even when I’m experiencing difficult times financially.

I often look for something that needs to be done at church and then I do it.

I search the Bible to confirm the truth of a sermon or a claim someone makes.

I look for new opportunities to make a difference for the Kingdom of God.

I welcome visitors and am friendly toward new people or unexpected guests at church.

I enjoy learning about the Bible so that it makes more sense and comes alive.

I use my creative ability (writing, art, drama, music, etc.) to show others truths of God.

I encourage friends who are experiencing difficulties in life.

I feel deeply for others who are experiencing some kind of pain.

I enjoy sharing my resources (time, money, etc.) with those who are in need.

I remind people of what God says in Scripture and what He cares about.

I am eager to talk about Jesus with people who do not know Him.

I lead and motivate others to live out a biblical lifestyle.

I am able to recognize the root problems that keep someone from growing spiritually.

I am concerned about the spiritual health of fellow Christians.

I like to organize ideas, tasks, people and time for service projects and ministry.

I wait patiently for God to respond to or answer my prayers.

I make myself available to serve (setup, clean, etc.) whenever or wherever I am needed.

I am able to recognize when people are being ingenuine or not being honest.

I actively look for new ways to expand the church’s influence to new people or places.

I am able to make visitors feel at ease in my house, at church, Life Group, and elsewhere.

Just getting started, but you're doing great.

After I hear a sermon, I enjoy reading more about the subject or passage.

I am able to effectively explain biblical principles and truths to others to help them understand their faith better.

I help someone to try again after they have faced a setback or failed at something.

I empathize with those who are experiencing hurt and look for ways to minister to them.

I donate money and tithe (give 10% to the church), even when I’m experiencing difficult times financially.

I am able to correct a friend who is thinking incorrectly about something.

I challenge others to determine where they stand spiritually and what they believe.

I am able to direct people effectively to accomplish tasks in ministry.

I enjoy helping another believer see what God is doing in their life.

I personally mentor others in order to help them grow spiritually.

I enjoy planning the details in activities or events.

I am able to patiently endure and choose to hope, even when things feel hopeless.

I enjoy and prefer working to accomplish things behind the scenes.

I am able to spot fake or manipulative teaching or people.

I enjoy and am usually successful at initiating something new at church or in ministry.

I tend to focus more on other people’s needs than my own.

Through careful study of the Bible, I am able to help answer questions for others.

I think about unique ways to express the truths of Scripture to others.

I am able to use the Bible to help and encourage people.

I look after people who are suffering from physical, mental or emotional problems.

I give generously when I see people in need.

I often share things that I learn from the Bible with friends or family.

I have led other people to believe in Jesus as their Savior.

I am able to lead and direct others toward spiritual goals.

I don’t mind confronting a friend or family member about a blind spot or sin in their life.

I help a friend who is making bad decisions and point them back to God.

I'm good at making effective plans to accomplish a goal in ministry.

I trust God to come through, even when things seem impossible.

I have a genuine appreciation for helping things get done, even if I don’t get credit.

I look beneath the surface of people to see who they really are.

I have ministered to others by finding a solution to a need in a new, creative way.

Over half way. You are really doing this! I must say, I am impressed.

I enjoy welcoming new guests into my Life Group, friend group or home.

I look for new ways to study the Bible with other people.

I am able to communicate excitement for an idea to a group of people.

I regularly encourage or compliment others for something they have done.

I have a strong sense of the mood of a group of people.

I look for creative ways to give to God.

I share timely and necessary messages from the Bible with others.

I tend to turn conversations toward spiritual matters, even among non-believers.

When I'm in a group, I’m often the one to step up to lead and provide direction.

If someone shares a struggle, I am able to offer helpful spiritual feedback.

I enjoy helping other believers grow closer to God.

I am able to coordinate and organize details in order to meet deadlines.

I don’t struggle with doubt, even in uncertain or difficult situations.

I make myself available to take care of little things that need to get done at church.

I am able to easily recognize what is good and what is evil.

I am able to see what needs will arise in the future and plan accordingly.

If someone asks me to serve in the church lobby I am excited for the opportunity.

Nicely done! It's all down hill from here!

I enjoy learning complex ideas and studying theology.

I am able to explain complex truths and theology in understandable ways.

I regularly find myself counseling friends in difficult situations.

I am able to comfort someone who has lost a loved one.

I cut back on personal expenses in order to give money to ministry/missionaries.

I remind friends of God’s perspective on what they are experiencing.

I am able to share my beliefs in a clear and meaningful way.

I feel responsible for the success or failure of a team or ministry event.

I am able to speak biblical truth with grace.

I am able to prepare and equip other people for ministry.

I see what needs to be done and delegate tasks accordingly to get things done.

I take risks based on the promises of the Bible.

I arrive early to help set things up and stay late to clean.

I understand the positive and negative consequences of decisions that are made.

I enjoy strategizing ways that people can work together to accomplish a task.

Home stretch!

I want everyone to feel cared for and included and work to make that happen.

I often discover insights in the Bible and like to share with others.

I am able to figure out and communicate the emotions of a Bible passage.

I help people who are hurting to see God’s answers to life’s problems.

I am able to sense when people are hurting and feel their pain.

I enjoy giving money to people for basic needs (food, shelter, etc).

I know and speak up about God’s view on tough moral issues (racism, sexual ethics, etc).

I listen carefully to someone else’s beliefs and look for opportunities to share the Gospel.

I sense when a group isn’t growing spiritually and I try to do something about it.

I speak up about the sins I see in my friends’ lives and offer to help.

I work to help people in a group at church bond with one another.

I am good at organizing people and resources in order to complete a project.