Spiritual Gifts Assessment

Spiritual Gifts

God has given each Christian two vitally important gifts. The first is the gift of faith in Jesus Christ, his work of redemption, and thus forgiveness of sin. The second is the gift of one or more special abilities, which are to be used for the purpose of unifying the body of Christ and for the growth of God's Kingdom. These abilities are called spiritual gifts and they are received through our baptism. Like other presents, it is impossible to fully appreciate and make use of our spiritual gifts until they have been opened. This tool will help you begin to open your spiritual gifts. The questions in this assessment are adapted from Journi by the ELCA.

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Fill in your name below to get started. You will be asked to answer a series of 60 questions. For each of the questions, select the answer that most closely matches how you perceive yourself. Once you have completed this assessment, you will see your results. Take note of the TWO Spiritual Gifts with the highest score. If you have a tie, choose your two favorites. Return to the original screen and continue with Step 2.

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Administration: The gift that enables a believer to formulate, direct, and carry out plans necessary to fulfill a purpose. Biblical References: I Corinthians 12:28, Acts 14:23.

Administration Total

Artistry: The gift that gives the believer the skill of creating artistic expressions that produce a spiritual response of strength and inspiration. Biblical References: Exodus 31:1- 11, Psalm 149:3a.

Artistry Total

Discernment: The gift that motivates a believer to seek God's will and purpose and apply that understanding to individual and congregational situations. Biblical References: John 16:6-15, Romans 9:1, I Corinthians 2:9-16.

Discernment Total

Evangelism: The gift that moves believers to reach nonbelievers in such a way that they are baptized and become active members of the Christian community. Biblical References: Matthew 28:16-20, Ephesians 4:11- 16, Acts 2:36-40.

Evangelism Total

Exhortation: The gift that moves the believer to reach out with Christian love and presence to people in personal conflict of facing a spiritual void. Biblical References: John 14:1, II Timothy 1:16-18, III John 5-8.

Exhortation Total

Faith: The gift that gives a believer the eyes to see the Spirit at work and the ability to trust the Spirit's leading without indication of where it all might lead. Biblical References: Genesis 12:1-4a, Mark 5:25-34, I Thessalonians 1:8-10.

Faith Total

Giving: The gift that enables a believer to recognize God's blessings and to respond to those blessings by generously and sacrificially giving of one's resources (time, talent, and treasure). Biblical References: II Corinthians 9:6-15, Luke 21:1-4.

Giving Total

Hospitality: The gift that causes a believer to joyfully welcome and receive guests and those in need of food and lodging. Biblical References: Romans 12: 13, Romans 16:23a, Luke 10:38.

Hospitality Total

Intercession: The gift that enables a believer to pray with the certainty that prayer is heard and when requests are made, answers will come. Biblical References: Matthew 6:6- 15, Luke 11:1-10, Ephesians 6:18.

Intercession Total

Knowledge: The gift that drives a person to learn, analyze and uncover new insights with regard to the Bible and faith. Biblical References: I Corinthians 12:8; I Corinthians 14:6, Romans 12:2.

Knowledge Total

Leadership: The gift that gives a believer the confidence to step forward, give direction and provide motivation to fulfill a dream or complete a task. Biblical References: Romans 12:8, John 21:15-17, II Timothy 4:1-5.

Leadership Total

Mercy: The gift that motivates a believer to feel deeply for those in physical, spiritual, or emotional need and then act to meet that need. Biblical References: Luke 7: 12-15, Luke 10:30-37, Matthew 25:34-36.

Mercy Total

Music-Vocal: The gift that gives a believer the capability and opportunity to present personal witness and inspiration to others through singing. Biblical References: Psalm 96: 1-9, Psalm 100:1-2, Psalm 149:1-2.

Music-vocal Total

Music-Instrumental: The gift that inspires a believer to express personal faith and provide inspiration and comfort through the playing of a musical instrument. Biblical References: Psalm 33: 1-5, Psalm 150, I Samuel 16: 14-23.

Music-instrumental Total

Pastoring (Shepherding): The gift that gives a believer the confidence, capability and compassion to provide spiritual leadership and direction for individuals or groups of believers. Biblical References: I Timothy 4: 12-16, I Timothy 3: 1-13, II Timothy 4: 1-2.

Pastoring Total

Service (Helps): The gift that enables a believer to work gladly behind the scenes in order that God's work is fulfilled. Biblical References: Luke 23:50-54, Romans 16: 1-16, Philippians 2:19-23.

Service Total

Skilled Craft: The gift that enables a believer to create, build, maintain or repair items used within the church. Biblical References: Exodus 30: 1-6, Exodus 31 :3-5, Ezekiel 27:4- 11.

Skilled Craft Total

Teaching: The gift that enables a believer to communicate a personal understanding of the Bible and faith in such a way that it becomes clear and understood by others. Biblical References: I Corinthians 12:28, Matthew 5:1-12, Acts 18:24-48.

Teaching Total

Wisdom: The gift that allows the believer to sort through opinions, facts and thoughts in order to determine what solution would be best for the individual believer or the community of believers. Biblical References: I Corinthians 2:6-13, James 3:13-18, II Chronicles 1:7-11.

Wisdom Total

Writing: The gift that gives a believer the ability to express truth in a written form; a form that can edify, instruct and strengthen the community of believers. Biblical References: I John 2: 1-6, 12-14, I Timothy 3: 14-15, Jude 3.

Writing Total

Next Steps

After you click the submit button, you will see the results of your assessment. Take note of the TWO Spiritual Gifts with the highest score. If you have a tie, choose your two favorites. Return to the original screen and continue with Step 2 to continue your Spiritual Gifts Discovery.

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