Spiritual Gifts

Discovering and using your unique spiritual gifts brings profound joy and fulfillment to your life and ministry.

Big Picture Overview

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1. I enjoy explaining Scripture so others understand it clearly.

2. I research Scripture or topics carefully before sharing them.

3. I naturally encourage people when they feel discouraged.

4. I help people see practical steps toward spiritual growth.

5. I feel compelled to speak truth even when it may be uncomfortable.

6. I am deeply bothered when sin or injustice is ignored.

7. I feel deep compassion for people who are hurting emotionally or physically.

8. I respond gently and patiently to people in pain.

9. I notice practical needs and enjoy meeting them.

10. I am content working behind the scenes without recognition.

11. I enjoy sharing my resources to support ministry or people in need.

12. I am intentional about stewarding finances for Kingdom purposes.

13. I naturally organize people, plans, or systems.

14. I see how different roles work together toward a larger goal.

15. I often understand or recall biblical truths easily.

16. I trust God confidently even when outcomes are uncertain.

17. I pray for healing believing God can restore people.

18. I sense when God wants to confront an issue or bring correction.

19. I can sense unhealthy or deceptive spiritual influences.

20. I believe God can intervene beyond natural limits.

21. People often seek my advice for balanced, godly decisions.

22. I spend extended time praying for others.

23. I enjoy welcoming people and making them feel at home.

24. I express worship or encouragement through music or singing.

25. I rely on Scripture when facing spiritual challenges.

26. Prayer is central to my daily life and decisions.

27. I often connect Scripture or spiritual truths to real-life situations.

28. Others feel strengthened by my confidence in God.

29. I feel compassion for the sick and intentionally pray for them.

30. My words often bring conviction or clarity to others.

31. I can discern motives or spiritual influences behind situations.

32. I pray boldly for God to act beyond human ability.

33. I see long-term consequences before others do.

34. I experience prayer or worship that goes beyond structured words.

35. I sense meanings or interpretations during spiritual moments.

36. I use instruments to worship or inspire others.

37. I express worship or encouragement through singing.

38. I enjoy building, creating, or fixing things that serve others.

39. I feel burdened to pray for people consistently.

40. I intentionally create welcoming environments for others.

41. I defend truth and doctrine when it is challenged.

42. I guard my thoughts against fear, doubt, or deception.

43. I pursue integrity and moral consistency in daily life.

44. I actively seek peace and reconciliation with others.

45. I trust God's promises when circumstances are uncertain.

46. I desire to bring clarity and understanding to God's Word.

47. I consistently nurture and encourage spiritual growth in others.

48. I feel responsible to confront sin and uphold righteousness.

49. I am motivated to bring healing and hope to unbelievers.

50. I joyfully meet practical needs within the church.

51. I help fund, resource, or establish ministries.

52. I oversee, guide, and balance multiple leaders or ministries.

53. I enjoy breaking down complex ideas into simple steps.

54. I often remind others of God's promises when they feel overwhelmed.

55. I feel urgency when truth is compromised or ignored.

56. I sense when God is calling for decisive action rather than waiting.

57. I recognize when a situation requires prayer rather than advice.

58. I am drawn to worship environments where God's presence is emphasized.

59. I often pray quietly for people without them knowing.

60. I enjoy using my skills or hands to bless others.

61. I intentionally speak truth even when it costs me personally.

62. I rely on prayer before making major decisions.

63. I naturally step in to bring order when things feel disorganized.

64. I am willing to take responsibility for the success or failure of a ministry.

65. I feel accountable before God for how people are spiritually cared for.

Watch the Teaching

This lesson explores the concept of spiritual gifts as unique talents and callings that, when discovered and used, bring both personal joy and a sense of purpose. It emphasizes that these gifts are not just for personal benefit but are meant to serve others and glorify God.

It outlines various roles such as teacher, pastor, deacon, apostle, prophet, evangelist, and bishop, each with distinct characteristics and ways they manifest in real life. The connection between these gifts and their outward expressions, like faith and knowledge, is highlighted, drawing parallels to the “armor of God.”

The most important message is that everyone is uniquely gifted, and discovering these gifts involves prayer, studying scripture, serving others, and engaging with a community. Ultimately, the lesson encourages listeners to reflect on their own purpose and the good works they are meant to do.

Outline

0:00 — Introduction: The search for purpose and the concept of spiritual gifts.
0:24 — The Journey Begins: Framing the discovery of gifts as a joyful quest.
0:43 — The Promise: Using your gifts brings joy and fulfillment.
1:04 — The Why: Understanding the importance and impact of using your gifts.
1:27 — The Consequences: What happens when gifts are not used.
1:47 — Stewardship: Gifts are meant to be shared and managed for the benefit of others.
2:06 — The Roles: Overview of different spiritual gifts and their characteristics.
2:24 — The Teacher: Clarity and deep understanding.
2:44 — The Pastor/Exhorter: Encouragement and practical support.
2:59 — The Deacon: Service and meeting practical needs.
3:02 — The Apostle: Generosity and resource gathering.
3:22 — The Prophet: Speaking truth boldly.
3:27 — The Evangelist: Mercy and compassion.
3:46 — The Bishop: Leadership and administration.
4:04 — Real-World Application: How gifts manifest in daily life.
4:21 — Manifestations: Outward expressions of spiritual gifts.
4:40 — Connections: Linking gifts to the armor of God.
4:59 — The Teacher’s Gift: Knowledge as a spiritual tool.
5:04 — Personal Application: Steps to discover and use your gifts.
5:26 — Practical Steps: Pray, study, serve, and connect with the community.
5:46 — Final Thought: Embracing your unique purpose and destiny.
6:15 — Reflection: What good work were you created for?

Experience the Lesson