Here is a tool to help the People in your church find out what there Spiritual Gifts are. This is an "inventory" format; it is not as accurate as our other assessment, but this makes a good tool to start out with.
- There are a total of 110 statements below. Print this form, then, indicate whether you Strongly Agree, Agree Somewhat, are Undecided, Disagree Somewhat or Completely Disagree with each question.
- Transfer your answers to the profile sheet at the end of this document.
- Total your scores for each of the gifts. Each gift will have a score between ZERO and TWENTY.
- Order the gifts in descending order of score. Higher scores indicate your more dominant gifts.
- Use the List of Gifts For further study.
1) People seem to be willing to follow my leadership without much resistance.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
2) I like to proclaim God's Word to fellow Christians.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
3) It is a joy for me to proclaim God's plan of salvation to unchurched people.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
4) It is enjoyable to have the responsibility of leading other people in their spiritual life.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
5) I am excited in helping people to discover important truths in the Scriptures.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
6) I have special joy singing praises to God either alone or with other people.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
7) It is enjoyable to motivate people to a higher spiritual commitment.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
8) People with spiritual problems seem to come to me for advice and counsel.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
9) I received excellent grades in school.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
10) There is great joy in doing little jobs around the church.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
11) I look for opportunities to assist people in their work.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
12) There is great joy in leading people to accomplish group goals.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
13) I like to organize people for more effective ministry.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
14) There is great satisfaction in giving large amounts of money for the Lord's work.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
15) I feel great compassion for the problems of others.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
16) It seems easy to perceive whether a person is honest or dishonest.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
17) I am ready to try the impossible because I have a great trust in God.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
18) There is great joy in having people in my home.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
19) I find that the repair and maintenance of things in my environment come easily to me.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
20) I seem to recognize prayer needs before others do.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
21) I enjoy the opportunity to pray with, and for a person who is physically ill, that they may be made well.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
22) I adapt easily in a culture different from mine.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
23) I feel a sense of authority in my relationship to the group.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
24) I like to proclaim the Word of God to comfort others.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
25) I seem able to determine when the Spirit has prepared a person to received Jesus Christ.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
26) It is exciting to provide spiritual leadership for a congregation.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
27) Teaching a Bible Class is one of the most enjoyable things I do (or could do) in the church.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
28) God has given me the ability to play a musical instrument and I enjoy it.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
29) It is a joy to give encouragement to people who are discouraged.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
30) I enjoy providing solutions to difficult problems in life.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
31) It seems easy to learn difficult truths.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
32) I enjoy doing routine tasks for the glory of God.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
33) I enjoy helping with the emergency tasks around the church.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
34) People seem to enjoy following me in doing an important task.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
35) There is joy in making important decisions.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
36) I find real joy in giving a generous portion of my money to the Lord.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
37) Visiting people in retirement homes gives me a great satisfaction.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
38) I seem to know very quickly whether something is right or wrong.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
39) When things seem impossible, I am ready to move forward.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
40) I do not feel uncomfortable when people drop in unexpectedly.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
41) I have enjoyed creating various kinds of arts and/or crafts.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
42) Prayer is one of my favorite spiritual exercises.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
43) I have prayed for an emotionally ill person and seen the person get better.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
44) It is easy for me to move into a new community and make friends.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
45) I have little fear in leading people where God wants them to go.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
46) I enjoy relating and sharing God's Word to the issues of the day.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
47) I feel a burden to share the Gospel with people.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
48) I like to assist people with their spiritual problems.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
49) It seems that people learn when I teach them.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
50) I have enjoyed being involved with church, school and/or local musical productions.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
51) I like to encourage inactive church members to become involved Christians again.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
52) It seems that people generally follow my advice.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
53) I am able to understand difficult portions of God's word.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
54) I receive great satisfaction in doing small or trivial tasks in church.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
55) I desire to do the tasks which will free others for important ministry.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
56) It is more effective to delegate a task to someone else rather than to do it myself.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
57) I enjoy the responsibility for the achievement of group goals.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
58) I appreciate the opportunity to financially support a critical situation.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
59) I sense joy in comforting people in difficult situations.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
60) The difference between truth and error is easily perceived by me.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
61) I am often ready to believe God will lead us through a situation when others feel it is impossible.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
62) People seem to feel very comfortable in my home.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
63) I like to create things with my hands.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
64) God consistently answers my prayers in tangible ways.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
65) I have visited a person who was sick, prayed that God would make them physically whole, and the person got better.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
66) I am able to relate well to Christians of different locations or cultures.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
67) I appreciate the opportunity to proclaim God's word to others.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
68) It is important for me to speak God's Word of warning and judgment in the world today.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
69) It is a joy to share what Jesus means to me with an unchurched neighbor.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
70) People like to bring their troubles and concerns to me because they feel I care.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
71) One of the joys of my ministry is training people to be more effective Christians.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
72) I feel secure in the fact that my musical ability will be of benefit to other people with whom I come in contact.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
73) People who are feeling perplexed often come to me for encouragement and comfort.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
74) I feel that I have a special insight in selecting the best alternative in a difficult situation.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
75) I have a clear understanding of Biblical doctrines.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
76) I find more satisfaction in doing a job than finding someone else to do it.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
77) I appreciate a ministry of helping other people to bear their burdens.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
78) It is a thrill to inspire others to greater involvement in church work.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
79) The development of effective plans for church ministry gives me great satisfaction.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
80) It is a joy to see how much money I can give to the Lord.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
81) I enjoy ministering to a person who is sick in the hospital.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
82) I can judge well between the truthfulness and error of a given theological statement.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
83) People seem to view me as one who believes everything is possible.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
84) When missionaries come to our church I (would) like to have them come to my home.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
85) I see that the results of my working with various objects in God's creation help to improve and beautify that which other people have not seen nor developed.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
86) I faithfully pray for others, recognizing that their effectiveness and total well-being depends on God's answer to prayers.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
87) I like to participate in ministry to the physically or emotionally ill, and pray for their recovery.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
88) The thought of beginning a new church in a new community is exciting to me.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
89) I enjoy training workers in the congregation.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
90) In a Bible class, it seems essential to share God's word, even if it irritates others.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
91) I feel a deep concern for the unreached people in my community.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
92) I enjoy a close relationship with people in a one- to- one situation.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
93) It is easy to organize materials for teaching a Bible class.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
94) Leading others in singing songs of praise to God, or for pure enjoyment is personally satisfying.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
95) I would rather call on a delinquent family in my church than an unchurched family.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
96) I have a strong sense of confidence in my solutions to problems.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
97) It is an exciting challenge to read and study a difficult book of the Bible.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
98) I like to do things without attracting much attention.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
99) If a family is facing a serious crisis, I enjoy the opportunity to help them.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
100) There is great satisfaction in having others follow me in performing a task.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
101) I would rather make decisions for the group than persuade them to reach the same decision.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
102) I can give sacrificially because I know that God will meet my needs.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
103) It is a special satisfaction to visit people who are confined to their homes.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
104) I often seek the motives of a person and look beneath the words.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
105) When people are discouraged, I enjoy giving them a positive vision.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
106) People seem to enjoy coming to my house.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
107) There is pleasure in drawing, designing, and/or painting various objects.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
108) I find myself praying when I possibly should be doing other things.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
109) I feel strongly that my prayers for a sick person effect wholeness for that person.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
110) More than most, I have a strong desire to see all people of other communities and countries won to the Lord.
4 - Strongly Agree
3 - Agree Somewhat
2 - Undecided
1 - Disagree Somewhat
0 - Completely Disagree
Transfer your scores for each question into the following table, and then compute the sum of each row. This provides your score for each gift
1. Apostle 1____ 23____ 45____ 67____ 89____ = ____ 2. Prophet 2____ 24____ 46____ 68____ 90____ = ____ 3. Evangelist 3____ 25____ 47____ 69____ 91____ = ____ 4. Pastor 4____ 26____ 48____ 70____ 92____ = ____ 5. Teacher 5____ 27____ 49____ 71____ 93____ = ____ 6. Music 6____ 28____ 50____ 72____ 94____ = ____ 7. Exhortation 7____ 29____ 51____ 73____ 95____ = ____ 8. Wisdom 8____ 30____ 52____ 74____ 96____ = ____ 9. Knowledge 9____ 31____ 53____ 75____ 97____ = ____ 10. Serving 10____ 32____ 54____ 76____ 98____ = ____ 11. Helps 11____ 33____ 55____ 77____ 99____ = ____ 12. Leadership 12____ 34____ 56____ 78____ 100____ = ____ 13. Administration 13____ 35____ 57____ 79____ 101____ = ____ 14. Giving 14____ 36____ 58____ 80____ 102____ = ____ 15. Mercy 15____ 37____ 59____ 81____ 103____ = ____ 16. Discernment 16____ 38____ 60____ 82____ 104____ = ____ 17. Faith 17____ 39____ 61____ 83____ 105____ = ____ 18. Hospitality 18____ 40____ 62____ 84____ 106____ = ____ 19. Craftsmanship 19____ 41____ 63____ 85____ 107____ = ____ 20. Intercession 20____ 42____ 64____ 86____ 108____ = ____ 21. Healing 21____ 43____ 65____ 87____ 109____ = ____ 22. Missionary 22____ 44____ 66____ 88____ 110____ = ____ In the spaces below, list your gifts in descending order of score. Use the List of Gifts(http://www.cforc.com/sgifts.cgi?help) for further study.
DOMINANT _________________________________________________________________________________SUB-DOMINANT ___________________________
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