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CLASS 301. Discovering My Ministry. This class is the third of Freedom’s four foundational classes. Since each of these classes build on each other, you should have already attended CLASS 101: “Discovering My Membership” and CLASS 201: “Discovering Spiritual Maturity before taking this class.”. - PowerPoint PPT Presentation

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CLASS 301CLASS 301Discovering My MinistryDiscovering My Ministry

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This class is the third of Freedom’s four foundational classes. Since each of these classes build on each other, you should have already attended CLASS 101: “Discovering My Membership” and CLASS 201: “Discovering Spiritual Maturity before taking this class.”

This class is the third of Freedom’s four foundational classes. Since each of these classes build on each other, you should have already attended CLASS 101: “Discovering My Membership” and CLASS 201: “Discovering Spiritual Maturity before taking this class.”

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The reason for this progression of classes is because we believe it’s important that

you be committed to a church body through membership and committed to the habits of

spiritual maturity before you begin your ministry. Membership (CLASS 101) and

Maturity (CLASS 201) are the foundations for you doing ministry.

The reason for this progression of classes is because we believe it’s important that

you be committed to a church body through membership and committed to the habits of

spiritual maturity before you begin your ministry. Membership (CLASS 101) and

Maturity (CLASS 201) are the foundations for you doing ministry.

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We also believe that the best way to spend your life is discovering how God has

shaped you to serve Him working through ministry.

We also believe that the best way to spend your life is discovering how God has

shaped you to serve Him working through ministry.

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Anyone who attends our High School Ministry for any length of time without

hearing about the need to have a ministry has missed one of the major values of our ministry. We exist to disciple ministers in

our High School Ministry.

Anyone who attends our High School Ministry for any length of time without

hearing about the need to have a ministry has missed one of the major values of our ministry. We exist to disciple ministers in

our High School Ministry.

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If you never become more than just attendees, we have fallen short of our goal. If someone attends our ministry and simply

SITS and just SOAKS in the messages without SERVING we believe their faith will SOUR and their spiritual life will SUFFER.

If you never become more than just attendees, we have fallen short of our goal. If someone attends our ministry and simply

SITS and just SOAKS in the messages without SERVING we believe their faith will SOUR and their spiritual life will SUFFER.

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The Bible tells us we are to DO something with our faith!

The Bible tells us we are to DO something with our faith!

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In the same way, faith by itself, if it is not accompanied by action, is dead. But someone will say, “You have faith; I have deeds.” Show me your faith without deeds, and I will show you my faith by what I do.

James 2:17-18

In the same way, faith by itself, if it is not accompanied by action, is dead. But someone will say, “You have faith; I have deeds.” Show me your faith without deeds, and I will show you my faith by what I do.

James 2:17-18

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One of the primary reasons we exist is for you to DISCOVER God’s purpose for your

life and FULFILL it by doing ministry. Remember what you learned in CLASS

101?

One of the primary reasons we exist is for you to DISCOVER God’s purpose for your

life and FULFILL it by doing ministry. Remember what you learned in CLASS

101?

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Our ministry exists to REACH non-believing students, to

CONNECT them with other Christians, to help them GROW in their faith, and to challenge

the growing to DISCOVER their ministry and HONOR God with

their life.

Our ministry exists to REACH non-believing students, to

CONNECT them with other Christians, to help them GROW in their faith, and to challenge

the growing to DISCOVER their ministry and HONOR God with

their life.

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THEREFORE, our goal for this class is to help you discover how you are ‘shaped’ and to challenge you to find a ministry based on what we discover together.

THEREFORE, our goal for this class is to help you discover how you are ‘shaped’ and to challenge you to find a ministry based on what we discover together.

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The backbone of CLASS 301 is based on the following truth:The backbone of CLASS 301 is based on the following truth:

Your ministry will be determined by your ________! Your ministry will be determined by your ________! SHAPESHAPE

What God made you to BE determines what He intends for you to DO. You will discover the purpose you were created for when you understand the kind of person you are. This is the secret of knowing God’s will for your life!

What God made you to BE determines what He intends for you to DO. You will discover the purpose you were created for when you understand the kind of person you are. This is the secret of knowing God’s will for your life!

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God is consistent in His plan for each of our lives. He would not give us inborn

talents and temperaments, spiritual gifts, and all sorts of life experiences and then

not want to use them! He has created us to be used!

God is consistent in His plan for each of our lives. He would not give us inborn

talents and temperaments, spiritual gifts, and all sorts of life experiences and then

not want to use them! He has created us to be used!

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When we review and study God’s creation in our lives we will discover the ministry God has for us . . . the unique way He

intends for us to serve him.

When we review and study God’s creation in our lives we will discover the ministry God has for us . . . the unique way He

intends for us to serve him.

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IMAGINE being dressed in a uniform, given a glove, great cleats, a beautiful swing, the

ability to hit from both sides of the plate, incredible speed, natural athletic talent,

and then you spend your life sitting in the stands instead of playing.

IMAGINE being dressed in a uniform, given a glove, great cleats, a beautiful swing, the

ability to hit from both sides of the plate, incredible speed, natural athletic talent,

and then you spend your life sitting in the stands instead of playing.

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A total waste, right? That’s the same idea with Christians who don’t discover their ministry.

A total waste, right? That’s the same idea with Christians who don’t discover their ministry.

Two results of discovering the ministry you’ve been shaped for are: increased ___________ and ______________.

Two results of discovering the ministry you’ve been shaped for are: increased ___________ and ______________.MATURITYMATURITY FULFILLMENTFULFILLMENT

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YOU WILL BE CHALLENGED TO:YOU WILL BE

CHALLENGED TO:

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1. Discover your unique design (S.H.A.P.E.) for ministry and commit to developing and ______ your God-given gifts and abilities in serving God and others.

1. Discover your unique design (S.H.A.P.E.) for ministry and commit to developing and ______ your God-given gifts and abilities in serving God and others.

USINGUSING

2. Select and begin __________ in the ministry that best expresses what God made you to do.

2. Select and begin __________ in the ministry that best expresses what God made you to do.

SERVINGSERVING

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3. Continue growing and ___________ in Christ, developing your character, gifts, and __________ for better service, and remain sensitive to His leading.

3. Continue growing and ___________ in Christ, developing your character, gifts, and __________ for better service, and remain sensitive to His leading.

MATURINGMATURING

ABILITIESABILITIES

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WHAT THE BIBLE SAYS ABOUT MINISTRY

WHAT THE BIBLE SAYS ABOUT MINISTRY

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1. What is ministry?1. What is ministry?

The Greek word is “diakonos” which means “to serve”.The Greek word is “diakonos” which means “to serve”.

MINISTRY IS USING WHATEVER GOD HAS GIVEN ME TO SERVE HIM AND THE NEEDS OF OTHERS.

MINISTRY IS USING WHATEVER GOD HAS GIVEN ME TO SERVE HIM AND THE NEEDS OF OTHERS.

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2. Who is to do ministry?2. Who is to do ministry?

1. What is ministry?1. What is ministry?

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(God) has given . . . pastors and teachers to prepare God’s people for works of ministry, so the Body of Christ may be built up.

Ephesians 4:11-12

(God) has given . . . pastors and teachers to prepare God’s people for works of ministry, so the Body of Christ may be built up.

Ephesians 4:11-12

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2. Who is to do ministry?2. Who is to do ministry?

1. What is ministry?1. What is ministry?

The pastors are the _____________The pastors are the _____________PREPARERSPREPARERS

The people are the ___________The people are the ___________MINISTERSMINISTERS

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2. Who is to do ministry?2. Who is to do ministry?

1. What is ministry?1. What is ministry?

To __________To __________THE LORDTHE LORD3. Where are we to minister?3. Where are we to minister?

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And as they ministered to the Lord, and fasted . . .

Acts 13:2 (ASV)

And as they ministered to the Lord, and fasted . . .

Acts 13:2 (ASV)

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2. Who is to do ministry?2. Who is to do ministry?

1. What is ministry?1. What is ministry?

To __________To __________THE LORDTHE LORD3. Where are we to minister?3. Where are we to minister?

To ___________To ___________BELIEVERSBELIEVERS

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. . . for God is not unrighteous to forget your work . . . ministered unto the saints, and still do ministry.

Hebrews 6:10 (ASV)

. . . for God is not unrighteous to forget your work . . . ministered unto the saints, and still do ministry.

Hebrews 6:10 (ASV)

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2. Who is to do ministry?2. Who is to do ministry?

1. What is ministry?1. What is ministry?

To __________To __________THE LORDTHE LORD3. Where are we to minister?3. Where are we to minister?

To ___________To ___________BELIEVERSBELIEVERS

To ________________To ________________NON-BELIEVERSNON-BELIEVERS

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You are the salt of the earth. But if the salt loses its saltiness, how can it be made salty again? It is no longer good for anything, except to be thrown out and trampled by men.

Matthew 5:13 (NIV)

You are the salt of the earth. But if the salt loses its saltiness, how can it be made salty again? It is no longer good for anything, except to be thrown out and trampled by men.

Matthew 5:13 (NIV)

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2. Who is to do ministry?2. Who is to do ministry?

1. What is ministry?1. What is ministry?

3. Where are we to minister?3. Where are we to minister?

4. What is our ministry purpose?4. What is our ministry purpose?

We seek to achieve the goal of our ministry by fulfilling these five purposes of the church.

We seek to achieve the goal of our ministry by fulfilling these five purposes of the church.

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To _______________ God’s word (Evangelism) Eph. 3:10To _______________ God’s word (Evangelism) Eph. 3:10

COMMUNICATECOMMUNICATE

To _______________ God’s family (Fellowship) Gal. 6:2,10To _______________ God’s family (Fellowship) Gal. 6:2,10

INCORPORATEINCORPORATE

To _____________ God’s presence(Worship) Matt. 4:10; Jn. 4:23-24To _____________ God’s presence(Worship) Matt. 4:10; Jn. 4:23-24

CELEBRATECELEBRATE

To __________ God’s people(Discipleship) Heb. 6:1; 2 Peter 3:18To __________ God’s people(Discipleship) Heb. 6:1; 2 Peter 3:18

EDUCATEEDUCATE

To ________________ God’s love(Ministry) Jn. 13:35; 1 Cor. 12:27To ________________ God’s love(Ministry) Jn. 13:35; 1 Cor. 12:27

DEMONSTRATEDEMONSTRATE

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In the High School Ministry we fulfill these purposes by the key words in our purpose

statement: REACH (evangelism), CONNECT (fellowship), GROW

(discipleship), DISCOVER (ministry), and HONOR (worship).

In the High School Ministry we fulfill these purposes by the key words in our purpose

statement: REACH (evangelism), CONNECT (fellowship), GROW

(discipleship), DISCOVER (ministry), and HONOR (worship).

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DISCOVERING HOW GOD HAS SHAPED YOU FOR MINISTRY

DISCOVERING HOW GOD HAS SHAPED YOU FOR MINISTRY

How Has God Shaped You?How Has God Shaped You?

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Your hands formed and shaped me . . .

Job 10:8a (GN)

Your hands formed and shaped me . . .

Job 10:8a (GN)

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God has been molding and shaping you for ministry since you were born. In fact, God started uniquely shaping you even before

you were born!

God has been molding and shaping you for ministry since you were born. In fact, God started uniquely shaping you even before

you were born!

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Thank you for making me so wonderfully complex! It is amazing to think about. Your workmanship is marvelous . . . You were there while I was being formed . . .You saw me before I was born and scheduled each day of my life before I began to breathe.

Psalm 139:14-16 (LB)

Thank you for making me so wonderfully complex! It is amazing to think about. Your workmanship is marvelous . . . You were there while I was being formed . . .You saw me before I was born and scheduled each day of my life before I began to breathe.

Psalm 139:14-16 (LB)

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1. I am ___________________________! (therefore)1. I am ___________________________! (therefore)

WONDERFULLY COMPLEXWONDERFULLY COMPLEX

2. I am ________ as God’s original_______________! 2. I am ________ as God’s original_______________!

UNIQUEUNIQUEMASTERPIECEMASTERPIECE

3. I was __________ with meaning for a __________.3. I was __________ with meaning for a __________.

CREATEDCREATEDPURPOSEPURPOSE

4. God gave me my personal __________.4. God gave me my personal __________.S.H.A.P.E.S.H.A.P.E.

This verse tells you:This verse tells you:

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What right do you have, a human being, to cross-examine God? The pot has no right to say to the potter: Why did you make me this shape? A potter can do what he likes with the clay!

Romans 9:20-21

What right do you have, a human being, to cross-examine God? The pot has no right to say to the potter: Why did you make me this shape? A potter can do what he likes with the clay!

Romans 9:20-21

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Take a minute and write a thank you letter to God for His work in your life.

Take a minute and write a thank you letter to God for His work in your life.

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MINISTRY IS DETERMINED BY FIVE PERSONAL FACTORS

MINISTRY IS DETERMINED BY FIVE PERSONAL FACTORS

Discovering My Unique S.H.A.P.E.

Discovering My Unique S.H.A.P.E.

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S_______________S_______________PIRITUAL GIFTSPIRITUAL GIFTS

“CONGRATULATIONS! YOU ARE GIFTED!” We will give you an overview of spiritual gifts

and help you identify which ones you may have been given by God.

“CONGRATULATIONS! YOU ARE GIFTED!” We will give you an overview of spiritual gifts

and help you identify which ones you may have been given by God.

How has God gifted me? How has God gifted me?

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S_______________S_______________PIRITUAL GIFTSPIRITUAL GIFTS

“MONITORING MY HEARTBEAT” will help you clarify what you really love to do.

“MONITORING MY HEARTBEAT” will help you clarify what you really love to do.

What do I love to do? What do I love to do?

H_____H_____EARTEART

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S_______________S_______________PIRITUAL GIFTSPIRITUAL GIFTS

“APPLYING MY ABILITIES” will help you appreciate the natural talents and

vocational skills you have.

“APPLYING MY ABILITIES” will help you appreciate the natural talents and

vocational skills you have.

What natural abilities do I have? What natural abilities do I have?

H_____H_____EARTEART

A________A________BILITIESBILITIES

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S_______________S_______________PIRITUAL GIFTSPIRITUAL GIFTS

“PLUGGING IN MY PERSONALITY” will help you see how your God-given

temperament can best be used in ministry.

“PLUGGING IN MY PERSONALITY” will help you see how your God-given

temperament can best be used in ministry.

Where does my personality best suit me to serve?Where does my personality best suit me to serve?

H_____H_____EARTEART

A________A________BILITIESBILITIES

P____________P____________ERSONALITYERSONALITY

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S_______________S_______________PIRITUAL GIFTSPIRITUAL GIFTS

“EXAMINING MY EXPERIENCES” will help you review your history to discover how God has

prepared you for a unique ministry that only you can fulfill.

“EXAMINING MY EXPERIENCES” will help you review your history to discover how God has

prepared you for a unique ministry that only you can fulfill.

What experiences have I had?What experiences have I had?

H_____H_____EARTEART

A________A________BILITIESBILITIES

P____________P____________ERSONALITYERSONALITYE____________E____________XPERIENCESXPERIENCES

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During the next several pages we are going to look at each of these five factors in

a more extensive manner.

During the next several pages we are going to look at each of these five factors in

a more extensive manner.

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A couple of reminders before you get too concerned about your answers:

1.Have fun! These are not “tests”! There are no right or wrong answers. The purpose is to show how you are a unique blend!

2. Each test is self-evaluating. No one is “rating” you on this. We’re interested in your feelings, not others. However it may be helpful to ask for additional input from those closest to you after you’ve filled in your own responses.

A couple of reminders before you get too concerned about your answers:

1.Have fun! These are not “tests”! There are no right or wrong answers. The purpose is to show how you are a unique blend!

2. Each test is self-evaluating. No one is “rating” you on this. We’re interested in your feelings, not others. However it may be helpful to ask for additional input from those closest to you after you’ve filled in your own responses.

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DISCOVERING MY S.H.A.P.EDISCOVERING MY S.H.A.P.E

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Spiritual Gifts

HeartAbilities

PersonalityExperiences

Spiritual Gifts

HeartAbilities

PersonalityExperiences

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CONGRATULATIONS! YOU ARE GIFTED!

CONGRATULATIONS! YOU ARE GIFTED!

What The Bible Says About Spiritual Gifts

What The Bible Says About Spiritual Gifts

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Now, about spiritual gifts, I do not want you to be ignorant.

1 Corinthians 12:1

Now, about spiritual gifts, I do not want you to be ignorant.

1 Corinthians 12:1

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A SPIRITUAL GIFT: Is a special ability, given by the Holy Spirit to every believer at their conversion, to be used to minister to others and therefore build up the Body of Christ.

A SPIRITUAL GIFT: Is a special ability, given by the Holy Spirit to every believer at their conversion, to be used to minister to others and therefore build up the Body of Christ.

The “who,” “what,” “where,” “why,” “when” of spiritual gifts:

The “who,” “what,” “where,” “why,” “when” of spiritual gifts:

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Who receives spiritual gifts?Who receives spiritual gifts?

Who?Who?

CHRISTIANSCHRISTIANS

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A person who is not spiritual does not accept the gifts that come from the Spirit of the God. That person thinks they are foolish. He cannot understand the Spirit’s gifts . . .

1 Corinthians 2:14

A person who is not spiritual does not accept the gifts that come from the Spirit of the God. That person thinks they are foolish. He cannot understand the Spirit’s gifts . . .

1 Corinthians 2:14

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Who receives spiritual gifts?Who receives spiritual gifts?

Who?Who?

CHRISTIANSCHRISTIANS

Every Christian has at least ____spiritual gift (1 Cor. 7:7).Every Christian has at least ____spiritual gift (1 Cor. 7:7).

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What?What?

Who?Who?

What are the spiritual gifts?What are the spiritual gifts?

SEVERALSEVERAL

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. . . wise counsel, clear understanding/knowledge, faith, healing the sick, miraculous acts, prophecy, distinguishing between good and evil spirits, tongues, interpretation of tongues, apostle, teachers, miracle workers, helpers, leaders, (1 Corinthians12:4-11;28-30) evangelist, pastor, (Ephesians 4:7,8,11,12) hospitality, service (1 Peter 4:9-11)

. . . wise counsel, clear understanding/knowledge, faith, healing the sick, miraculous acts, prophecy, distinguishing between good and evil spirits, tongues, interpretation of tongues, apostle, teachers, miracle workers, helpers, leaders, (1 Corinthians12:4-11;28-30) evangelist, pastor, (Ephesians 4:7,8,11,12) hospitality, service (1 Peter 4:9-11)

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What?What?

Who?Who?

What are the spiritual gifts?What are the spiritual gifts?

SEVERALSEVERALNo single gift is given to ___________(1 Cor. 12:29-30)No single gift is given to ___________(1 Cor. 12:29-30)

EVERYONEEVERYONE

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What?What?

Who?Who?

Where?Where?

Where do spiritual gifts come from?Where do spiritual gifts come from?

GODGOD

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All these gifts have a common origin, but are handed out, one by one, by the one Spirit of God. He decides who gets what, and when.

1 Corinthians 12:6

All these gifts have a common origin, but are handed out, one by one, by the one Spirit of God. He decides who gets what, and when.

1 Corinthians 12:6

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God has shown you his grace in giving you different gifts.

1 Peter 4:10

God has shown you his grace in giving you different gifts.

1 Peter 4:10

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What?What?

Who?Who?

Where?Where?

Where do spiritual gifts come from?Where do spiritual gifts come from?

GODGODYou can’t ______ a spiritual gift (Eph. 4:7)You can’t ______ a spiritual gift (Eph. 4:7)

EARNEARN

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What?What?

Who?Who?

Where?Where?

Why?Why?

Why are spiritual gifts important?Why are spiritual gifts important?

HELP THE BODY GROWHELP THE BODY GROW

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. . . use your gifts to serve each other.

1 Peter 4:10

. . . use your gifts to serve each other.

1 Peter 4:10

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The Holy Spirit displays God’s power through each of us as a means of the entire church.

1 Corinthians 12:7

The Holy Spirit displays God’s power through each of us as a means of the entire church.

1 Corinthians 12:7

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What?What?

Who?Who?

Where?Where?

Why?Why?

Why are spiritual gifts important?Why are spiritual gifts important?

HELP THE BODY GROWHELP THE BODY GROW

It’s a sin to ________ the gifts God gave me. (1Cor.4:1-2; Mt.25:14-30)It’s a sin to ________ the gifts God gave me. (1Cor.4:1-2; Mt.25:14-30)

WASTEWASTE

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1. You,1. You,

2. Others: the recipients of your gifts2. Others: the recipients of your gifts

When you don’t use your spiritual gifts, two parts of the body of Christ miss out:When you don’t use your spiritual gifts, two parts of the body of Christ miss out:

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What?What?

Who?Who?

Where?Where?

Why?Why?

When?When?

When do I find out my spiritual gifts?When do I find out my spiritual gifts?

THROUGH DOING MINISTRYTHROUGH DOING MINISTRY

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It’s easier to discover your gift through ministry than to discover your ministry through your gift.

It’s easier to discover your gift through ministry than to discover your ministry through your gift.

I am to __________ the gifts God gives me. (1 Tim. 4:14)I am to __________ the gifts God gives me. (1 Tim. 4:14)

DEVELOPDEVELOP

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CONGRATULATIONS! YOU ARE GIFTED!

CONGRATULATIONS! YOU ARE GIFTED!

Now What?Now What?

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My PRIMARY MINISTRY commitment should be in the area where I am ________.

My PRIMARY MINISTRY commitment should be in the area where I am ________.

My SECONDARY MINISTRY includes serving in any other area when I am _________.

My SECONDARY MINISTRY includes serving in any other area when I am _________.

1. E____________ through doing ministry1. E____________ through doing ministry

XPERIENCEXPERIENCE

GIFTEDGIFTED

NEEDEDNEEDED

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1. E____________ through doing ministry1. E____________ through doing ministry

XPERIENCEXPERIENCE

2. E___________ your feelings2. E___________ your feelingsXAMINEXAMINE

3. E___________ confirmation from the body of Christ3. E___________ confirmation from the body of Christ

XPECTXPECT

4. E___________ your effectiveness4. E___________ your effectivenessVALUATEVALUATE

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1. Don’t confuse gifts with natural talents.2. Don’t confuse gifts with the Fruit of the Spirit. (Gal. 5:22-23) “Fruit” shows my Maturity. “Gifts” show my Ministry.3. Be aware of the “gift projection” tendency (expecting others to serve the way you do and have similar results.)

1. Don’t confuse gifts with natural talents.2. Don’t confuse gifts with the Fruit of the Spirit. (Gal. 5:22-23) “Fruit” shows my Maturity. “Gifts” show my Ministry.3. Be aware of the “gift projection” tendency (expecting others to serve the way you do and have similar results.)

FIVE QUICK CAUTIONSFIVE QUICK CAUTIONS

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4. Don’t feel your gift makes you superior to others. (1 Cor. 12:21)5. Realize that using your gifts without love is worthless!“I may be able to speak the languages of men and even of angels . . . I may have the gift of inspired preaching . . . I may have all knowledge . . . and all the faith to move mountains—but if have not love, I am nothing ... it does no good (1 Cor. 13:1-3 (GN)).

4. Don’t feel your gift makes you superior to others. (1 Cor. 12:21)5. Realize that using your gifts without love is worthless!“I may be able to speak the languages of men and even of angels . . . I may have the gift of inspired preaching . . . I may have all knowledge . . . and all the faith to move mountains—but if have not love, I am nothing ... it does no good (1 Cor. 13:1-3 (GN)).

FIVE QUICK CAUTIONSFIVE QUICK CAUTIONS

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A SHORT LIST OF SPIRITUAL GIFTS

A SHORT LIST OF SPIRITUAL GIFTS

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1. PREACHING1. PREACHING 1 Cor. 14:31 Cor. 14:3(This is sometimes called “Prophecy”)(This is sometimes called “Prophecy”)

The ability to publicly communicate God’s Word in an inspired way that convinces unbelievers and both challenges and comforts believers. The ability to persuasively declare God’s will.

The ability to publicly communicate God’s Word in an inspired way that convinces unbelievers and both challenges and comforts believers. The ability to persuasively declare God’s will.

GIFTS THAT COMMUNICATE GOD’S WORD (To Both Unbelievers and Believers)

GIFTS THAT COMMUNICATE GOD’S WORD (To Both Unbelievers and Believers)

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1. PREACHING1. PREACHING 1 Cor. 14:31 Cor. 14:3

The ability to communicate the Good News of Jesus Christ to unbelievers in a positive, non-threatening way. The ability to sense opportunities to share Christ and lead people to respond with faith.

The ability to communicate the Good News of Jesus Christ to unbelievers in a positive, non-threatening way. The ability to sense opportunities to share Christ and lead people to respond with faith.

GIFTS THAT COMMUNICATE GOD’S WORD (To Both Unbelievers and Believers)

GIFTS THAT COMMUNICATE GOD’S WORD (To Both Unbelievers and Believers)

2. EVANGELISM2. EVANGELISM Acts 8:26-40Acts 8:26-40

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1. PREACHING1. PREACHING 1 Cor. 14:31 Cor. 14:3

The ability to distinguish between the spirit of truth and the spirit of error.The ability to distinguish between the spirit of truth and the spirit of error.

GIFTS THAT COMMUNICATE GOD’S WORD (To Both Unbelievers and Believers)

GIFTS THAT COMMUNICATE GOD’S WORD (To Both Unbelievers and Believers)

2. EVANGELISM2. EVANGELISM Acts 8:26-40Acts 8:26-40

3. DISCERNMENT3. DISCERNMENT 1 John 4:1; Acts 16:16-221 John 4:1; Acts 16:16-22

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1. PREACHING1. PREACHING 1 Cor. 14:31 Cor. 14:3

The ability to start new churches and oversee their development.The ability to start new churches and oversee their development.

GIFTS THAT COMMUNICATE GOD’S WORD (To Both Unbelievers and Believers)

GIFTS THAT COMMUNICATE GOD’S WORD (To Both Unbelievers and Believers)

2. EVANGELISM2. EVANGELISM Acts 8:26-40Acts 8:26-40

3. DISCERNMENT3. DISCERNMENT 1 John 4:1; Acts 16:16-221 John 4:1; Acts 16:16-22

4. APOSTLE4. APOSTLE Romans 15:20Romans 15:20

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GIFTS THAT EDUCATE GOD’S PEOPLEGIFTS THAT EDUCATE GOD’S PEOPLE

The ability to educate God’s people by clearly explaining and applying the Bible in a way that causes them to learn. The ability to equip and train other believers for ministry.

The ability to educate God’s people by clearly explaining and applying the Bible in a way that causes them to learn. The ability to equip and train other believers for ministry.

5. TEACHING5. TEACHING Eph. 4:12-13Eph. 4:12-13

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GIFTS THAT EDUCATE GOD’S PEOPLEGIFTS THAT EDUCATE GOD’S PEOPLE

The ability to motivate God’s people to apply and act on biblical principles,especially when they are discouraged or wavering in their faith. The ability to bring out the best in others and challenge them to develop their potential.

The ability to motivate God’s people to apply and act on biblical principles,especially when they are discouraged or wavering in their faith. The ability to bring out the best in others and challenge them to develop their potential.

5. TEACHING5. TEACHING Eph. 4:12-13Eph. 4:12-13

6. ENCOURAGEMENT6. ENCOURAGEMENT Acts 14:22Acts 14:22(This is sometimes called “Exhortation”)(This is sometimes called “Exhortation”)

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GIFTS THAT EDUCATE GOD’S PEOPLEGIFTS THAT EDUCATE GOD’S PEOPLE

The ability to understand God’s perspective on life situations and share those insights in a simple, understandable way. The ability to explain what to do and how to do it.

The ability to understand God’s perspective on life situations and share those insights in a simple, understandable way. The ability to explain what to do and how to do it.

5. TEACHING5. TEACHING Eph. 4:12-13Eph. 4:12-13

6. ENCOURAGEMENT6. ENCOURAGEMENT Acts 14:22Acts 14:22

7. WISDOM7. WISDOM 1 Cor. 2:1, 6-161 Cor. 2:1, 6-16

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GIFTS THAT EDUCATE GOD’S PEOPLEGIFTS THAT EDUCATE GOD’S PEOPLE

The ability to adapt to a different culture in order to reach unbelievers and help believers from that culture.

The ability to adapt to a different culture in order to reach unbelievers and help believers from that culture.

5. TEACHING5. TEACHING Eph. 4:12-13Eph. 4:12-13

6. ENCOURAGEMENT6. ENCOURAGEMENT Acts 14:22Acts 14:22

7. WISDOM7. WISDOM 1 Cor. 2:1, 6-161 Cor. 2:1, 6-16

8. MISSIONS8. MISSIONS 1 Cor. 9:19-23, Acts 13:2-31 Cor. 9:19-23, Acts 13:2-3

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GIFTS THAT EDUCATE GOD’S PEOPLEGIFTS THAT EDUCATE GOD’S PEOPLE

The ability to recognize unmet needs in the church family, and take the initiative to provide practical assistance quickly, cheerfully, and without a need for recognition.

The ability to recognize unmet needs in the church family, and take the initiative to provide practical assistance quickly, cheerfully, and without a need for recognition.

9. SERVICE9. SERVICE Acts 6:1-7; 1 Cor. 12:28Acts 6:1-7; 1 Cor. 12:28

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GIFTS THAT EDUCATE GOD’S PEOPLEGIFTS THAT EDUCATE GOD’S PEOPLE

The ability to manifest practical, compassionate, cheerful love toward suffering members of the body of Christ.

The ability to manifest practical, compassionate, cheerful love toward suffering members of the body of Christ.

9. SERVICE9. SERVICE Acts 6:1-7; 1 Cor. 12:28Acts 6:1-7; 1 Cor. 12:28

10. MERCY10. MERCY Romans 12:8Romans 12:8

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GIFTS THAT EDUCATE GOD’S PEOPLEGIFTS THAT EDUCATE GOD’S PEOPLE

The ability to make others, especially strangers, feel warmly welcomed, accepted, and comfortable in the church family. The ability to coordinate factors that promote fellowship.

The ability to make others, especially strangers, feel warmly welcomed, accepted, and comfortable in the church family. The ability to coordinate factors that promote fellowship.

9. SERVICE9. SERVICE Acts 6:1-7; 1 Cor. 12:28Acts 6:1-7; 1 Cor. 12:28

10. MERCY10. MERCY Romans 12:8Romans 12:8

11. HOSPITALITY11. HOSPITALITY 1 Peter 4:9-101 Peter 4:9-10

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GIFTS THAT EDUCATE GOD’S PEOPLEGIFTS THAT EDUCATE GOD’S PEOPLE

The ability to care for the spiritual needs of a group of believers and equip them for ministry. The ability to nurture a small group in spiritual growth and assume responsibility for their welfare.

The ability to care for the spiritual needs of a group of believers and equip them for ministry. The ability to nurture a small group in spiritual growth and assume responsibility for their welfare.

12. PASTORING12. PASTORING 1 Peter 5:2-41 Peter 5:2-4(This is sometimes called “shepherding”)(This is sometimes called “shepherding”)

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GIFTS THAT EDUCATE GOD’S PEOPLEGIFTS THAT EDUCATE GOD’S PEOPLE

The ability to generously contribute material resources and/or money beyond the 10% tithe so that the body may grow and be strengthened. The ability to earn and manage money so it may be given to support the ministry of others.

The ability to generously contribute material resources and/or money beyond the 10% tithe so that the body may grow and be strengthened. The ability to earn and manage money so it may be given to support the ministry of others.

12. PASTORING12. PASTORING 1 Peter 5:2-41 Peter 5:2-413. GIVING13. GIVING 2 Cor. 8:1-72 Cor. 8:1-7

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GIFTS THAT CELEBRATE GOD’S PRESENCE (Worship or Prayer-Related Gifts)

GIFTS THAT CELEBRATE GOD’S PRESENCE (Worship or Prayer-Related Gifts)

The ability to pray for the needs of others in the church family over extended periods of time on a regular basis. The ability to persist in prayer and not be discouraged until the answer arrives.

The ability to pray for the needs of others in the church family over extended periods of time on a regular basis. The ability to persist in prayer and not be discouraged until the answer arrives.

14. INTERCESSION14. INTERCESSION Col. 1:9-12Col. 1:9-12

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GIFTS THAT CELEBRATE GOD’S PRESENCE (Worship or Prayer-Related Gifts)

GIFTS THAT CELEBRATE GOD’S PRESENCE (Worship or Prayer-Related Gifts)

The ability to celebrate God’s presence through music, either vocal or instrumental, and to lead the church family in worship.

The ability to celebrate God’s presence through music, either vocal or instrumental, and to lead the church family in worship.

14. INTERCESSION14. INTERCESSION Col. 1:9-12Col. 1:9-12

15. MUSIC15. MUSIC Psalm 150Psalm 150

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GIFTS THAT CELEBRATE GOD’S PRESENCE (Worship or Prayer-Related Gifts)

GIFTS THAT CELEBRATE GOD’S PRESENCE (Worship or Prayer-Related Gifts)

The ability to build, maintain, or beautify the place of worship for God’s glory.The ability to build, maintain, or beautify the place of worship for God’s glory.

14. INTERCESSION14. INTERCESSION Col. 1:9-12Col. 1:9-12

15. MUSIC15. MUSIC Psalm 150Psalm 150

16. ARTS & CRAFTS16. ARTS & CRAFTS Exodus 31:3-11Exodus 31:3-11

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GIFTS THAT CELEBRATE GOD’S PRESENCE (Worship or Prayer-Related Gifts)

GIFTS THAT CELEBRATE GOD’S PRESENCE (Worship or Prayer-Related Gifts)

The ability to pray in faith specifically for people who need physical, emotional, or spiritual healing and see God answer.

The ability to pray in faith specifically for people who need physical, emotional, or spiritual healing and see God answer.

14. INTERCESSION14. INTERCESSION Col. 1:9-12Col. 1:9-12

15. MUSIC15. MUSIC Psalm 150Psalm 150

16. ARTS & CRAFTS16. ARTS & CRAFTS Exodus 31:3-11Exodus 31:3-11

17. HEALING17. HEALING James 5:14-16James 5:14-16

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GIFTS THAT CELEBRATE GOD’S PRESENCE (Worship or Prayer-Related Gifts)

GIFTS THAT CELEBRATE GOD’S PRESENCE (Worship or Prayer-Related Gifts)

The ability to pray, in faith, specifically for God’s supernatural intervention into an impossible situation, and see God answer. The ability to sense when God is prompting you to pray this kind of prayer.

The ability to pray, in faith, specifically for God’s supernatural intervention into an impossible situation, and see God answer. The ability to sense when God is prompting you to pray this kind of prayer.

18. MIRACLES18. MIRACLES Mark 11:23-24Mark 11:23-24

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GIFTS THAT CELEBRATE GOD’S PRESENCE (Worship or Prayer-Related Gifts)

GIFTS THAT CELEBRATE GOD’S PRESENCE (Worship or Prayer-Related Gifts)

The ability to pray in a language understood only by God or one who is given the gift of interpretation.

The ability to pray in a language understood only by God or one who is given the gift of interpretation.

18. MIRACLES18. MIRACLES Mark 11:23-24Mark 11:23-2419. TONGUES/INTERPREATATION19. TONGUES/INTERPREATATION

1 Cor. 14:13-151 Cor. 14:13-15

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GIFTS THAT SUPPORT ALL PURPOSESGIFTS THAT SUPPORT ALL PURPOSES

The ability to clarify and communicate the purpose and direction (vision) of a ministry in a way that attracts others to get involved. The ability to motivate others by example to work together in accomplishing a ministry goal.

The ability to clarify and communicate the purpose and direction (vision) of a ministry in a way that attracts others to get involved. The ability to motivate others by example to work together in accomplishing a ministry goal.

20. LEADERSHIP20. LEADERSHIP Heb. 13:7, 17Heb. 13:7, 17

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GIFTS THAT SUPPORT ALL PURPOSESGIFTS THAT SUPPORT ALL PURPOSES

The ability to recognize the gifts of others and recruit them to a ministry. The ability to organize and manage people, resources, and time for effective ministry.

The ability to recognize the gifts of others and recruit them to a ministry. The ability to organize and manage people, resources, and time for effective ministry.

20. LEADERSHIP20. LEADERSHIP Heb. 13:7, 17Heb. 13:7, 1721. ADMINISTRATION21. ADMINISTRATION 1 Cor. 14:401 Cor. 14:40 (This is sometimes called “organization”) (This is sometimes called “organization”)

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GIFTS THAT SUPPORT ALL PURPOSESGIFTS THAT SUPPORT ALL PURPOSES

The ability to trust God for what cannot be seen and to act on God’s promise, regardless of what the circumstances indicate. The willingness to risk failure in pursuit of a God-given vision, expecting God to handle the obstacles.

The ability to trust God for what cannot be seen and to act on God’s promise, regardless of what the circumstances indicate. The willingness to risk failure in pursuit of a God-given vision, expecting God to handle the obstacles.

20. LEADERSHIP20. LEADERSHIP Heb. 13:7, 17Heb. 13:7, 1721. ADMINISTRATION21. ADMINISTRATION 1 Cor. 14:401 Cor. 14:40

22. FAITH22. FAITH Rom. 4:18-21Rom. 4:18-21

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The gifts that receive the highest response will give you a better understanding of

where you “might” be gifted. Again, you will discover your gifts by doing. Transfer your

answers to your SHAPE profile.

The gifts that receive the highest response will give you a better understanding of

where you “might” be gifted. Again, you will discover your gifts by doing. Transfer your

answers to your SHAPE profile.

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DISCOVERING MY S.H.A.P.E.DISCOVERING MY S.H.A.P.E.

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Spiritual Gifts

Heart

AbilitiesPersonality

Experiences

Spiritual Gifts

Heart

AbilitiesPersonality

Experiences

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Monitoring Your HeartbeatMonitoring Your HeartbeatDISCOVERING MY S.H.A.P.E.DISCOVERING MY S.H.A.P.E.

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1. Your heart is the ______ you!1. Your heart is the ______ you!REALREAL

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Each of us has a unique heartbeat. Each person alive has a slightly different pattern. Likewise, God has given each of us a unique emotional “heartbeat” that races when we encounter activities, subjects, or circumstances that interest us. We instinctively feel deeply about some things and not so deeply about others. The Bible uses the term “heart” to represent the center of your motivation, desires, and inclinations.

Each of us has a unique heartbeat. Each person alive has a slightly different pattern. Likewise, God has given each of us a unique emotional “heartbeat” that races when we encounter activities, subjects, or circumstances that interest us. We instinctively feel deeply about some things and not so deeply about others. The Bible uses the term “heart” to represent the center of your motivation, desires, and inclinations.

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Delight yourself in the Lord and He will give you the desires of your heart.

Psalm 37:4

Delight yourself in the Lord and He will give you the desires of your heart.

Psalm 37:4

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Why you _____ the things you do.Why you _____ the things you do.2. Your heart determines...2. Your heart determines...

SAYSAY

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The mouth speaks what the heart is full of.

Matthew 12:34 (GN)

The mouth speaks what the heart is full of.

Matthew 12:34 (GN)

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Why you _____ the things you do.Why you _____ the things you do.2. Your heart determines...2. Your heart determines...

SAYSAY

Why you ______ the way you do.Why you ______ the way you do.FEELFEEL

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The Word of God . . . examines the thoughts and motives of the heart.

Hebrews 4:12 (PH)

The Word of God . . . examines the thoughts and motives of the heart.

Hebrews 4:12 (PH)

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Why you _____ the things you do.Why you _____ the things you do.2. Your heart determines...2. Your heart determines...

SAYSAY

Why you ______ the way you do.Why you ______ the way you do.FEELFEEL

Why you _____ the way you do.Why you _____ the way you do.ACTACT

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Guard your heart, for it is the wellspring of life.

Proverbs 4:23

Guard your heart, for it is the wellspring of life.

Proverbs 4:23

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3. God has given each person a_________“heartbeat”.3. God has given each person a_________“heartbeat”.UNIQUEUNIQUE

God had a purpose in giving you your inborn interests. In fact, your emotional heartbeat reveals a very important key to understanding God’s design and intention for your life.

God had a purpose in giving you your inborn interests. In fact, your emotional heartbeat reveals a very important key to understanding God’s design and intention for your life.

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3. God has given each person a_________“heartbeat”.3. God has given each person a_________“heartbeat”.UNIQUEUNIQUE

The Bible makes very clear that your heart was designed by God, but you make the choice to use it for good or evil, for selfish purposes or for service.

The Bible makes very clear that your heart was designed by God, but you make the choice to use it for good or evil, for selfish purposes or for service.

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You may have... You may have...

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. . . selfish ambition in your heart . . .

James 3:14

. . . selfish ambition in your heart . . .

James 3:14

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You may… You may…

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Serve the Lord with all your heart.

1 Samuel 12:20

Serve the Lord with all your heart.

1 Samuel 12:20

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Do the will of God from your heart.

Ephesians 6:6

Do the will of God from your heart.

Ephesians 6:6

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Taking Your Own Heart Test Taking Your Own Heart Test DISCOVERING MY S.H.A.P.E.DISCOVERING MY S.H.A.P.E.

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If you are like most people, you have never taken time to sort out and identify

the things you are good at and motivated to accomplish.

If you are like most people, you have never taken time to sort out and identify

the things you are good at and motivated to accomplish.

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As a result, it is unlikely that you use these talents as completely or

effectively as you could. One of the keys to understanding your heartbeat is to look at some of the things you love to

do.

As a result, it is unlikely that you use these talents as completely or

effectively as you could. One of the keys to understanding your heartbeat is to look at some of the things you love to

do.

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STEP 1: List and describe those things you have done well and enjoyed since childhood.

STEP 1: List and describe those things you have done well and enjoyed since childhood.

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WHAT TO INCLUDEWHAT TO INCLUDE• Accomplishment at home, school, work, sports, etc.

• Things you enjoy doing

• Things you believe you do well

• Give specific details about what you do

• Forget about what other people might think about your answers

• Accomplishment at home, school, work, sports, etc.

• Things you enjoy doing

• Things you believe you do well

• Give specific details about what you do

• Forget about what other people might think about your answers

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Remember, you’re recalling things you enjoy doing and did well (accomplishments), not simply pleasant experiences.

BAD EXAMPLE: Had a great summer vacation (pleasant experiences)

GOOD EXAMPLE: Took some great photos during my vacation (did well, took pictures)

Remember, you’re recalling things you enjoy doing and did well (accomplishments), not simply pleasant experiences.

BAD EXAMPLE: Had a great summer vacation (pleasant experiences)

GOOD EXAMPLE: Took some great photos during my vacation (did well, took pictures)

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You do not have to cover every year of your life, instead focus on what you feel are the highlights of things you’ve done.

You do not have to cover every year of your life, instead focus on what you feel are the highlights of things you’ve done.

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EXAMPLESEXAMPLES

“I put on plays for the neighborhood kids with costumes, props, etc. We transformed the shed in back of our house into a fairyland with lighting effects decorations and princesses.”

“I put on plays for the neighborhood kids with costumes, props, etc. We transformed the shed in back of our house into a fairyland with lighting effects decorations and princesses.”

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EXAMPLESEXAMPLES

“I started a Kool-Aid stand in 4th grade and expanded it into three different stands. It was fun and I made money!”

“I have always liked to build things. I built the best tree house in the neighborhood.”

“I started a Kool-Aid stand in 4th grade and expanded it into three different stands. It was fun and I made money!”

“I have always liked to build things. I built the best tree house in the neighborhood.”

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What I love doing is...

People compliment me when...

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What I love doing is...

People compliment me when...

LIST HIGHLIGHTS OF THINGS I DO WELL AND ENJOY

LIST HIGHLIGHTS OF THINGS I DO WELL AND ENJOY

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STEP 2: Discover the “loves” of your heart.STEP 2: Discover the “loves” of your heart.

Examine your answers for a common motivational thread. See if you can find one of the “loves” listed to match to your answers on the previous page.

Examine your answers for a common motivational thread. See if you can find one of the “loves” listed to match to your answers on the previous page.

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[Remember these are ALL God-given motivations. They are only sinful when used selfishly. Every one of these can be used in effective ministry. Don’t be embarrassed to identify a basic heartbeat that doesn’t seem spiritual! Almost every one of these can be identified in the ministry of one of the 12 Apostles!]

[Remember these are ALL God-given motivations. They are only sinful when used selfishly. Every one of these can be used in effective ministry. Don’t be embarrassed to identify a basic heartbeat that doesn’t seem spiritual! Almost every one of these can be identified in the ministry of one of the 12 Apostles!]

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I LOVE TO ... I LOVE TO ...

• DESIGN/DEVELOP - I love to make something out of nothing. I enjoy getting something started from scratch.

• DESIGN/DEVELOP - I love to make something out of nothing. I enjoy getting something started from scratch.

• PIONEER - I love to test and try out new concepts. I am not afraid of failure.• PIONEER - I love to test and try out new concepts. I am not afraid of failure.

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I LOVE TO ... I LOVE TO ...

• ORGANIZE - I love to bring order out of chaos. I enjoy organizing something that is already started.

• ORGANIZE - I love to bring order out of chaos. I enjoy organizing something that is already started.

• OPERATE/MAINTAIN - I love to efficiently maintain something that is already organized.

• OPERATE/MAINTAIN - I love to efficiently maintain something that is already organized.

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I LOVE TO ... I LOVE TO ...

• SERVE/HELP - I love to assist others in their responsibility. I enjoy helping others succeed.

• SERVE/HELP - I love to assist others in their responsibility. I enjoy helping others succeed.

• ACQUIRE/POSSESS - I love to shop, collect, or obtain things. I enjoy getting the highest quality for the best price.

• ACQUIRE/POSSESS - I love to shop, collect, or obtain things. I enjoy getting the highest quality for the best price.

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I LOVE TO ... I LOVE TO ...

• EXCEL - I love to be the best and make my team the best. I enjoy setting and attaining the highest standard.

• EXCEL - I love to be the best and make my team the best. I enjoy setting and attaining the highest standard.

• INFLUENCE - I love to convert people to my way of thinking. I enjoy shaping the attitudes and behavior of others.

• INFLUENCE - I love to convert people to my way of thinking. I enjoy shaping the attitudes and behavior of others.

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I LOVE TO ... I LOVE TO ...

• PERFORM - I love to be on stage and receive the attention of others. I enjoy being in the limelight.

• PERFORM - I love to be on stage and receive the attention of others. I enjoy being in the limelight.

• IMPROVE - I love to make things better. I enjoy taking something that someone else has designed or started and improve it.

• IMPROVE - I love to make things better. I enjoy taking something that someone else has designed or started and improve it.

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I LOVE TO ... I LOVE TO ...

• REPAIR - I love to fix what is broken or change what is out of date.• REPAIR - I love to fix what is broken or change what is out of date.

• LEAD/BE IN CHARGE - I love to lead the way, oversee and supervise. I enjoy determining how things will be done.

• LEAD/BE IN CHARGE - I love to lead the way, oversee and supervise. I enjoy determining how things will be done.

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I LOVE TO ... I LOVE TO ...

• PERSEVERE - I love to see things to completion. I enjoy persisting at something until it is finished.

• PERSEVERE - I love to see things to completion. I enjoy persisting at something until it is finished.

• FOLLOW THE RULES - I love to operate by policies and procedures. I enjoy meeting the expectations of an organization or boss.

• FOLLOW THE RULES - I love to operate by policies and procedures. I enjoy meeting the expectations of an organization or boss.

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I LOVE TO ... I LOVE TO ...

• PREVAIL - I love to fight for what is right and oppose what is wrong. I enjoy overcoming injustice.

• PREVAIL - I love to fight for what is right and oppose what is wrong. I enjoy overcoming injustice.

• OTHER• OTHER

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You should be able to support your choice with examples from your

achievements.

You should be able to support your choice with examples from your

achievements.

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EXAMPLE

I feel the basic love God put in my heart is to “LEAD/BE IN CHARGE”: This could be demonstrated because:

I’ve been in leadership in all my classrooms. I’m always asked to be the captain of teams even when I’m not the best. My peers look to me when we need to make a group decision. I’m usually the first one to take charge of a situation or problem.

EXAMPLE

I feel the basic love God put in my heart is to “LEAD/BE IN CHARGE”: This could be demonstrated because:

I’ve been in leadership in all my classrooms. I’m always asked to be the captain of teams even when I’m not the best. My peers look to me when we need to make a group decision. I’m usually the first one to take charge of a situation or problem.

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Transfer your answers to your SHAPE profile.

Transfer your answers to your SHAPE profile.

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DISCOVERING MY S.H.A.P.E.DISCOVERING MY S.H.A.P.E.

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Spiritual GiftsHeart

Abilities

PersonalityExperiences

Spiritual GiftsHeart

Abilities

PersonalityExperiences

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Applying My AbilitiesApplying My AbilitiesDISCOVERING MY S.H.A.P.E.DISCOVERING MY S.H.A.P.E.

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One of the most common reasons high school students give for not getting

involved in ministry is, “I just don’t have any abilities to offer.” Nothing could be

further from the truth. The key is matching your abilities with the right ministry!

One of the most common reasons high school students give for not getting

involved in ministry is, “I just don’t have any abilities to offer.” Nothing could be

further from the truth. The key is matching your abilities with the right ministry!

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There are different abilities to perform service.

1 Corinthians 12:6

There are different abilities to perform service.

1 Corinthians 12:6

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Abilities without God are just__________.Abilities without God are just__________.

Abilities with God are_________________ for ministry.Abilities with God are_________________ for ministry.

TALENTSTALENTS

OPPORTUNITIESOPPORTUNITIES

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Tom

Spiritual Gift: Evangelism

Heart: “I love to be with friends”

Ability: Collecting baseball cards

Ministry possibility: Christian ____________

Tom

Spiritual Gift: Evangelism

Heart: “I love to be with friends”

Ability: Collecting baseball cards

Ministry possibility: Christian ____________CARD CLUBCARD CLUB

EXAMPLESEXAMPLES

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Jenny

Spiritual Gift: Leadership

Heart: “I love to be a part of productions”

Ability: Dance

Ministry possibility: ________ ministry team

Jenny

Spiritual Gift: Leadership

Heart: “I love to be a part of productions”

Ability: Dance

Ministry possibility: ________ ministry team

DANCEDANCE

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Linda

Spiritual Gift: Hospitality

Heart: “I love to plan”

Ability: Cooking

Ministry possibility: Oversee our_________________ ministry

Linda

Spiritual Gift: Hospitality

Heart: “I love to plan”

Ability: Cooking

Ministry possibility: Oversee our_________________ ministryDINNER FOR 10DINNER FOR 10

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1.Look over the list of abilities below and see if there are any that when you read it, you think, “that’s me”.

2. Look back through your notes on things that brought you joy in the HEART section and see if there’s any of these abilities listed. If there are, circle them and mark them on your SHAPE test.

1.Look over the list of abilities below and see if there are any that when you read it, you think, “that’s me”.

2. Look back through your notes on things that brought you joy in the HEART section and see if there’s any of these abilities listed. If there are, circle them and mark them on your SHAPE test.

DISCOVERING YOUR ABILITIESDISCOVERING YOUR ABILITIES

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28 SPECIALIZED ABILITIES28 SPECIALIZED ABILITIES

• ENTERTAINING ABILITY: to perform, act, dance, speak, magic.• RECRUITING ABILITY: to enlist and motivate people to get involved.• INTERVIEWING ABILITY: to discover what others are really like.• RESEARCHING ABILITY: to read, gather info, collect data.• ARTISTIC ABILITY: to conceptualize, picture, draw, paint, or photograph.

• ENTERTAINING ABILITY: to perform, act, dance, speak, magic.• RECRUITING ABILITY: to enlist and motivate people to get involved.• INTERVIEWING ABILITY: to discover what others are really like.• RESEARCHING ABILITY: to read, gather info, collect data.• ARTISTIC ABILITY: to conceptualize, picture, draw, paint, or photograph.

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• GRAPHICS ABILITY: to lay out, design, create visual displays or banners.• EVALUATING ABILITY: to analyze data and draw conclusions.• PLANNING ABILITY: to strategize, design and organize programs and events.• MANAGING ABILITY: to supervise people to accomplish a task or event and coordinate the details involved.• COUNSELING ABILITY: to listen, encourage and guide with sensitivity.

• GRAPHICS ABILITY: to lay out, design, create visual displays or banners.• EVALUATING ABILITY: to analyze data and draw conclusions.• PLANNING ABILITY: to strategize, design and organize programs and events.• MANAGING ABILITY: to supervise people to accomplish a task or event and coordinate the details involved.• COUNSELING ABILITY: to listen, encourage and guide with sensitivity.

28 SPECIALIZED ABILITIES28 SPECIALIZED ABILITIES

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• TEACHING ABILITY: to explain, train, demonstrate, tutor.• WRITING ABILITY: to write articles, letters, books.• EDITING ABILITY: to proofread or rewrite.• PROMOTING ABILITY: to advertise or promote events and activities.• REPAIRING ABILITY: to fix, restore, maintain.• FEEDING ABILITY: to create meals for large or small groups.

• TEACHING ABILITY: to explain, train, demonstrate, tutor.• WRITING ABILITY: to write articles, letters, books.• EDITING ABILITY: to proofread or rewrite.• PROMOTING ABILITY: to advertise or promote events and activities.• REPAIRING ABILITY: to fix, restore, maintain.• FEEDING ABILITY: to create meals for large or small groups.

28 SPECIALIZED ABILITIES28 SPECIALIZED ABILITIES

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• RECALL ABILITY: to remember or recall names and faces.• MECHANICAL OPERATING ABILITY: to operate equipment, tools or machinery.• RESOURCEFUL ABILITY: to search out and find inexpensive materials or resources needed.• COUNTING ABILITY: to work with numbers, data, or money.• CLASSIFYING ABILITY: to systematize

and file books, data, records and materials so they can be retrieved easily.

• RECALL ABILITY: to remember or recall names and faces.• MECHANICAL OPERATING ABILITY: to operate equipment, tools or machinery.• RESOURCEFUL ABILITY: to search out and find inexpensive materials or resources needed.• COUNTING ABILITY: to work with numbers, data, or money.• CLASSIFYING ABILITY: to systematize

and file books, data, records and materials so they can be retrieved easily.

28 SPECIALIZED ABILITIES28 SPECIALIZED ABILITIES

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28 SPECIALIZED ABILITIES28 SPECIALIZED ABILITIES

• PUBLIC RELATIONS ABILITY: to handle complaints and unhappy customers with care and courtesy.• WELCOMING ABILITY: to convey warmth, develop rapport with others easily, making others feel comfortable.• COMPOSING ABILITY: to write music or lyrics.• LANDSCAPING ABILITY: to do gardening and work with plants.

• PUBLIC RELATIONS ABILITY: to handle complaints and unhappy customers with care and courtesy.• WELCOMING ABILITY: to convey warmth, develop rapport with others easily, making others feel comfortable.• COMPOSING ABILITY: to write music or lyrics.• LANDSCAPING ABILITY: to do gardening and work with plants.

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List your specialized abilities on your SHAPE form.

List your specialized abilities on your SHAPE form.

28 SPECIALIZED ABILITIES28 SPECIALIZED ABILITIES

• ARTS AND CRAFTS AND DECORATING ABILITY: to beautify a setting for a special event.• MUSICAL ABILITY: to lead the church family either vocally or instrumentally. • OTHER

• ARTS AND CRAFTS AND DECORATING ABILITY: to beautify a setting for a special event.• MUSICAL ABILITY: to lead the church family either vocally or instrumentally. • OTHER

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DISCOVERING MY S.H.A.P.E.DISCOVERING MY S.H.A.P.E.

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Spiritual GiftsHeart

Abilities

Personality

Experiences

Spiritual GiftsHeart

Abilities

Personality

Experiences

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Plugging In My PersonalityPlugging In My PersonalityDISCOVERING MY S.H.A.P.E.DISCOVERING MY S.H.A.P.E.

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1. __________________________1. __________________________I FELT UNCOMFORTABLEI FELT UNCOMFORTABLE

WHAT HAPPENED?WHAT HAPPENED?

2. _______________________________2. _______________________________

3. _____________________3. _____________________

IT TOOK EXTRA TIME AND EFFORT IT TOOK EXTRA TIME AND EFFORT

I DIDN’T DO IT WELL I DIDN’T DO IT WELL

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The same things are true when you try to minister in areas that are not suited to your

personality. God has wired your temperament in a unique way. This factor is very important in matching you to the

right ministry.

The same things are true when you try to minister in areas that are not suited to your

personality. God has wired your temperament in a unique way. This factor is very important in matching you to the

right ministry.

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My Personality(How Do I See Myself?)

My Personality(How Do I See Myself?)

DISCOVERING MY S.H.A.P.E.DISCOVERING MY S.H.A.P.E.

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It’s obvious that God has not used a cookie cutter to stamp out people to look and act

the same. God loves variety - just look around. And there is not a “right” or “wrong”

personality.

It’s obvious that God has not used a cookie cutter to stamp out people to look and act

the same. God loves variety - just look around. And there is not a “right” or “wrong”

personality.

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A personality is difficult to change, but attitudes can be changed over time. God

has wired you in a unique way. For example, imagine you have a lion’s

personality, we could try to change you by pulling your fangs out (attitude) with the

hope you will become a cat. It won’t work - you won’t become a cat, you’ll become a

fangless lion.

A personality is difficult to change, but attitudes can be changed over time. God

has wired you in a unique way. For example, imagine you have a lion’s

personality, we could try to change you by pulling your fangs out (attitude) with the

hope you will become a cat. It won’t work - you won’t become a cat, you’ll become a

fangless lion.

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When I became a Christian, my attitude changed but my personality remained the same. I was outgoing before I became a

Christian and I was outgoing afterwards. I just had a new attitude (Christ - attitude) to

go with my outgoing personality.

Look at the Apostle Paul:

When I became a Christian, my attitude changed but my personality remained the same. I was outgoing before I became a

Christian and I was outgoing afterwards. I just had a new attitude (Christ - attitude) to

go with my outgoing personality.

Look at the Apostle Paul:

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For you have heard of my past . . . I persecuted the church with fanatical zeal . . . And did my best to destroy it . . . I was ahead of most of my contemporaries in the Jewish religion, and had a boundless enthusiasm.

Galatians 1:13-14

For you have heard of my past . . . I persecuted the church with fanatical zeal . . . And did my best to destroy it . . . I was ahead of most of my contemporaries in the Jewish religion, and had a boundless enthusiasm.

Galatians 1:13-14

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Once God got control of Paul’s life, his attitude was changed, his life was changed,

and his purpose was changed. But Paul preached Christ with the same type of

fanatical zeal that he used to persecute the church before he knew Christ.

Once God got control of Paul’s life, his attitude was changed, his life was changed,

and his purpose was changed. But Paul preached Christ with the same type of

fanatical zeal that he used to persecute the church before he knew Christ.

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Although there are many great personality tests available, for the purpose of your SHAPE test, we want you to consider just four aspects of your unique personality:

1. How I am around other people2. How I make my decisions3. How I am in my relationships4. How I am in my use of time

Although there are many great personality tests available, for the purpose of your SHAPE test, we want you to consider just four aspects of your unique personality:

1. How I am around other people2. How I make my decisions3. How I am in my relationships4. How I am in my use of time

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Remember: THE RIGHT PERSONALITY IS _____________________.Remember: THE RIGHT PERSONALITY IS _____________________.YOUR PERSONALITYYOUR PERSONALITY

Importance isn’t based on what personality type you have, it’s what you do with your personality that's important.

Importance isn’t based on what personality type you have, it’s what you do with your personality that's important.

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How I Am Around Other People (Your Preference for ‘People

Interaction’)

How I Am Around Other People (Your Preference for ‘People

Interaction’)

DISCOVERING MY S.H.A.P.E.DISCOVERING MY S.H.A.P.E.

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Around others I am more:Around others I am more:

RESERVED OR OUTGOINGRESERVED OR OUTGOING

[Now, there will be times when you switch back and forth between reserved and outgoing but you usually have a preferred style where you feel most comfortable.]

[Now, there will be times when you switch back and forth between reserved and outgoing but you usually have a preferred style where you feel most comfortable.]

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OUTGOING: STEREOTYPICAL DESCRIPTIONS

OUTGOING: STEREOTYPICAL DESCRIPTIONS

• social and energized by people

• lonely when they're not with people

• love parties—usually the last to leave

• easily connect with strangers

• has lots of relationships

• social and energized by people

• lonely when they're not with people

• love parties—usually the last to leave

• easily connect with strangers

• has lots of relationships

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RESERVED: STEREOTYPICAL DESCRIPTIONS

RESERVED: STEREOTYPICAL DESCRIPTIONS

• drained by people

• not bothered being alone

• likes solo activities: reading, few people

• energized when they are alone

• enjoys others but they're drained afterwards

• limited number of relationships

• drained by people

• not bothered being alone

• likes solo activities: reading, few people

• energized when they are alone

• enjoys others but they're drained afterwards

• limited number of relationships

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How I Make My Decisions (My Preference for ‘Decision

Making’)

How I Make My Decisions (My Preference for ‘Decision

Making’)

DISCOVERING MY S.H.A.P.E.DISCOVERING MY S.H.A.P.E.

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My decisions are based more on:My decisions are based more on:

FACTS/THINKING OR FEELINGSFACTS/THINKING OR FEELINGS

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FACTS: STEREOTYPICAL DESCRIPTIONSFACTS: STEREOTYPICAL DESCRIPTIONS

• likes facts, trust facts

• rooted in reality

• appreciates past experience

• notices the details

• wants what's actual ... “give me the facts”

•practical

• likes facts, trust facts

• rooted in reality

• appreciates past experience

• notices the details

• wants what's actual ... “give me the facts”

•practical

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FEELINGS: STEREOTYPICAL DESCRIPTIONSFEELINGS: STEREOTYPICAL DESCRIPTIONS

• scan, glance, miss details because heads in clouds

• futuristic thinking

• don't care about past, wants to know what's ahead

• forward thinking, anticipates the future

• great imagination

• loves to speculate and go on hunchesdoesn't care what's practical

• scan, glance, miss details because heads in clouds

• futuristic thinking

• don't care about past, wants to know what's ahead

• forward thinking, anticipates the future

• great imagination

• loves to speculate and go on hunchesdoesn't care what's practical

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How I Am in My Relationships (My Preference for ‘Relating to

Others’)

How I Am in My Relationships (My Preference for ‘Relating to

Others’)

DISCOVERING MY S.H.A.P.E.DISCOVERING MY S.H.A.P.E.

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In my relationships I tend to be more:In my relationships I tend to be more:

DEPENDENT ON OTHERS OR INDEPENDENT

DEPENDENT ON OTHERS OR INDEPENDENT

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DEPENDENT: STEREOTYPICAL DESCRIPTIONS

DEPENDENT: STEREOTYPICAL DESCRIPTIONS

• needs people

• high expectations of others

• rely on people to be there during tough times

• need others to validate me

• need to talk feelings out

• external

• needs people

• high expectations of others

• rely on people to be there during tough times

• need others to validate me

• need to talk feelings out

• external

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INDEPENDENT: STEREOTYPICAL DESCRIPTIONS

INDEPENDENT: STEREOTYPICAL DESCRIPTIONS

• doesn’t need others

• low expectations of others

• rely on self to get through tough times

• seek validation from self

• figure out my own feelings

• internal

• doesn’t need others

• low expectations of others

• rely on self to get through tough times

• seek validation from self

• figure out my own feelings

• internal

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How I Am in My Use of Time (My Preference for ‘Use of Time’)

How I Am in My Use of Time (My Preference for ‘Use of Time’)

DISCOVERING MY S.H.A.P.E.DISCOVERING MY S.H.A.P.E.

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My use of time is more: My use of time is more:

DETERMINED OR SPONTANEOUS

DETERMINED OR SPONTANEOUS

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DETERMINED: STEREOTYPICAL DESCRIPTIONS

DETERMINED: STEREOTYPICAL DESCRIPTIONS

• fixed

• organized

• plan ahead

• closure

• deadlines

• fixed

• organized

• plan ahead

• closure

• deadlines

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SPONTANEOUS: STEREOTYPICAL DESCRIPTIONS

SPONTANEOUS: STEREOTYPICAL DESCRIPTIONS

• flexible

• adapt as you go

• open ended

• what deadline?

• plenty of time ... what's the rush

• flexible

• adapt as you go

• open ended

• what deadline?

• plenty of time ... what's the rush

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Realize your personality will be a _________ to your ministry.Realize your personality will be a _________ to your ministry.BENEFITBENEFIT

Record your responses on your SHAPE profile. We will talk more specifically as to how your personality will impact your ministry.

Record your responses on your SHAPE profile. We will talk more specifically as to how your personality will impact your ministry.

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DISCOVERING MY S.H.A.P.E.DISCOVERING MY S.H.A.P.E.

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Spiritual GiftsHeart

AbilitiesPersonality

Experiences

Spiritual GiftsHeart

AbilitiesPersonality

Experiences

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Examining My ExperiencesExamining My ExperiencesDISCOVERING MY S.H.A.P.E.DISCOVERING MY S.H.A.P.E.

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And we know that in ALL things God works for the good of those who love Him, who have been called according to his purpose.

Romans 8:28

And we know that in ALL things God works for the good of those who love Him, who have been called according to his purpose.

Romans 8:28

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Now I want you to know, brothers, that what has happened to me has really served to advance the gospel.

Philippians 1:12

Now I want you to know, brothers, that what has happened to me has really served to advance the gospel.

Philippians 1:12

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One of the most overlooked factors in determining the ministry God has for you is your past experiences; especially your hurts and problems you’ve overcome with

God’s help.

One of the most overlooked factors in determining the ministry God has for you is your past experiences; especially your hurts and problems you’ve overcome with

God’s help.

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Since our greatest life messages come out of our weaknesses, not our

strengths, we should pay close attention to what we’ve learned during tough

times.

Since our greatest life messages come out of our weaknesses, not our

strengths, we should pay close attention to what we’ve learned during tough

times.

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1. P________ experiences1. P________ experiencesAINFULAINFUL

GOD USES OUR...GOD USES OUR...

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Sometimes it takes a painful experience to make us change our ways.

Proverbs 20:30

Sometimes it takes a painful experience to make us change our ways.

Proverbs 20:30

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I want you to know that what has happened to me has helped to spread the Good News. I am in prison because I am a believer in Christ. All the palace guards and everyone else knows this.

Philippians 1:12-13

I want you to know that what has happened to me has helped to spread the Good News. I am in prison because I am a believer in Christ. All the palace guards and everyone else knows this.

Philippians 1:12-13

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1. P________ experiences1. P________ experiencesAINFULAINFUL

GOD USES OUR...GOD USES OUR...

2. S_________ experiences2. S_________ experiencesPIRITUALPIRITUAL

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I mean that I want us to help each other with the faith that we have. Your faith will help me, and my faith will help you.

Romans 1:12

I mean that I want us to help each other with the faith that we have. Your faith will help me, and my faith will help you.

Romans 1:12

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To me the only important thing about living is Christ. And even death would be profit for me.

Philippians 1:21

To me the only important thing about living is Christ. And even death would be profit for me.

Philippians 1:21

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1. P________ experiences1. P________ experiencesAINFULAINFUL

GOD USES OUR...GOD USES OUR...

2. S_________ experiences2. S_________ experiencesPIRITUALPIRITUAL

3. P_____ experiences3. P_____ experiencesASTAST

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If anyone belongs to Christ, then he is made new. The old things have gone; everything is made new!

2 Corinthians 5:17

If anyone belongs to Christ, then he is made new. The old things have gone; everything is made new!

2 Corinthians 5:17

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God Uses Our Experiences To Help Others

God Uses Our Experiences To Help Others

DISCOVERING MY S.H.A.P.E.DISCOVERING MY S.H.A.P.E.

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(God) . . . wonderfully comforts and strengthens us in our hardships and trials. And why does he do this? So that when others are troubled, needing our sympathy and encouragement, we can pass on to them the same help and comfort God has given us!

2 Corinthians 1:3-4(LB)

(God) . . . wonderfully comforts and strengthens us in our hardships and trials. And why does he do this? So that when others are troubled, needing our sympathy and encouragement, we can pass on to them the same help and comfort God has given us!

2 Corinthians 1:3-4(LB)

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RECORD THESE EXPERIENCES ON YOUR MINISTRY PROFILE:

RECORD THESE EXPERIENCES ON YOUR MINISTRY PROFILE:

Your Spiritual ExperiencesYour Spiritual ExperiencesHow you came to know ChristMeaningful decisions you’ve madeTimes with God

How you came to know ChristMeaningful decisions you’ve madeTimes with God

Your Painful ExperiencesYour Painful ExperiencesProblems, hurts, or trials that you have learned lessons fromProblems, hurts, or trials that you have learned lessons from

Your Past ExperiencesYour Past ExperiencesAreas from your past (positive & negative) that have added to your growthAreas from your past (positive & negative) that have added to your growth

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SUCCESS IS DOING WHAT

GOD MADE YOU TO DO!

SUCCESS IS DOING WHAT

GOD MADE YOU TO DO!

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Top Ten Reasons You Need To Be In Ministry

Top Ten Reasons You Need To Be In Ministry

DISCOVERING MY S.H.A.P.E.DISCOVERING MY S.H.A.P.E.

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1. I’ve been __________ for ministry!1. I’ve been __________ for ministry!CREATEDCREATED

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For we are God’s workmanship, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.

Ephesians 2:10

For we are God’s workmanship, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.

Ephesians 2:10

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1. I’ve been __________ for ministry!1. I’ve been __________ for ministry!CREATEDCREATED

2. I’ve been _______ for ministry!2. I’ve been _______ for ministry!SAVEDSAVED

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It is He who saved us and chose us for his holy work, not because we deserved it but because that was his plan long before the world began.

2 Timothy 1:9 (LB)

It is He who saved us and chose us for his holy work, not because we deserved it but because that was his plan long before the world began.

2 Timothy 1:9 (LB)

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1. I’ve been __________ for ministry!1. I’ve been __________ for ministry!CREATEDCREATED

2. I’ve been _______ for ministry!2. I’ve been _______ for ministry!SAVEDSAVED

“SAVED TO SERVE!”“SAVED TO SERVE!”

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1. I’ve been __________ for ministry!1. I’ve been __________ for ministry!CREATEDCREATED

2. I’ve been _______ for ministry!2. I’ve been _______ for ministry!SAVEDSAVED

3. I’ve been _________ into ministry!3. I’ve been _________ into ministry!CALLEDCALLED

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God, in his grace, chose me even before I was born, and called me to serve him.

Galatians 1:15 (GN)

God, in his grace, chose me even before I was born, and called me to serve him.

Galatians 1:15 (GN)

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I urge you to live a life worthy of the calling you have received.

Ephesians 4:1

I urge you to live a life worthy of the calling you have received.

Ephesians 4:1

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. . .You have been chosen by God himself—you are priests of the King . . . you are God’s very own-all this so that you may show to others how God called you out of darkness into his wonderful light! Once you were less than nothing; now you are God’s own!

1 Peter 2:9-10 (LB)

. . .You have been chosen by God himself—you are priests of the King . . . you are God’s very own-all this so that you may show to others how God called you out of darkness into his wonderful light! Once you were less than nothing; now you are God’s own!

1 Peter 2:9-10 (LB)

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. . . you will serve as holy priests . . .

Peter 2:5 (GN)

. . . you will serve as holy priests . . .

Peter 2:5 (GN)

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I am not who I think I amI am not who you think I am

but I really am who God says I am!

I am not who I think I amI am not who you think I am

but I really am who God says I am!

I am a __________ of Jesus Christ!MINISTERMINISTER

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1. I’ve been __________ for ministry!1. I’ve been __________ for ministry!CREATEDCREATED

2. I’ve been _______ for ministry!2. I’ve been _______ for ministry!SAVEDSAVED

3. I’ve been _________ into ministry!3. I’ve been _________ into ministry!CALLEDCALLED

4. I’ve been ________ for ministry!4. I’ve been ________ for ministry!GIFTEDGIFTED

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God has given each of you some special abilities; be sure to use them to help each other, passing on to others God’s many kinds of blessing.

1 Peter 4:10 (LB)

God has given each of you some special abilities; be sure to use them to help each other, passing on to others God’s many kinds of blessing.

1 Peter 4:10 (LB)

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1. I’ve been __________ for ministry!1. I’ve been __________ for ministry!CREATEDCREATED

2. I’ve been _______ for ministry!2. I’ve been _______ for ministry!SAVEDSAVED

3. I’ve been _________ into ministry!3. I’ve been _________ into ministry!CALLEDCALLED

4. I’ve been ________ for ministry!4. I’ve been ________ for ministry!GIFTEDGIFTED

5. I’ve been ______________ for ministry!5. I’ve been ______________ for ministry!

AUTHORIZEDAUTHORIZED

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Jesus said, All authority in heaven and earth has been given to me. Therefore, go and make disciples . . .

Matthew 28:18-19

Jesus said, All authority in heaven and earth has been given to me. Therefore, go and make disciples . . .

Matthew 28:18-19

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We are therefore Christ’s ambassadors . . .

2 Corinthians 5:20

We are therefore Christ’s ambassadors . . .

2 Corinthians 5:20

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6. I’m ______________ to minister!6. I’m ______________ to minister!COMMANDEDCOMMANDED

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Jesus said, Your attitude must be like my own, for I, the Messiah, did not come to be served, but to serve . . .

Matthew 20:28 (LB)

Jesus said, Your attitude must be like my own, for I, the Messiah, did not come to be served, but to serve . . .

Matthew 20:28 (LB)

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(To Archippus) Take heed to the ministry you’ve received from the Lord and fulfill it.

Colossians 4:17 (NIV)

(To Archippus) Take heed to the ministry you’ve received from the Lord and fulfill it.

Colossians 4:17 (NIV)

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6. I’m ______________ to minister!6. I’m ______________ to minister!COMMANDEDCOMMANDED

7. I’m to be ____________ for ministry!7. I’m to be ____________ for ministry!

PREPAREDPREPARED

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God gave . . . pastors and teachers to prepare God’s people for works of ministry so that the Body of Christ may be built up . . .

Ephesians 4:11-12

God gave . . . pastors and teachers to prepare God’s people for works of ministry so that the Body of Christ may be built up . . .

Ephesians 4:11-12

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6. I’m ______________ to minister!6. I’m ______________ to minister!COMMANDEDCOMMANDED

7. I’m to be ____________ for ministry!7. I’m to be ____________ for ministry!

PREPAREDPREPARED

8. The Body of Christ _______ my ministry!8. The Body of Christ _______ my ministry!

NEEDSNEEDS

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All of you together are the one Body of Christ and each of you is a separate and necessary part of it.

1 Corinthians 12:27

All of you together are the one Body of Christ and each of you is a separate and necessary part of it.

1 Corinthians 12:27

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6. I’m ______________ to minister!6. I’m ______________ to minister!COMMANDEDCOMMANDED

7. I’m to be ____________ for ministry!7. I’m to be ____________ for ministry!

PREPAREDPREPARED

8. The Body of Christ _______ my ministry!8. The Body of Christ _______ my ministry!

NEEDSNEEDS

Ministry always functions in the context of ______ and ________.Ministry always functions in the context of ______ and ________.LOVELOVE NEEDSNEEDS

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When Jesus saw the crowds, He had compassion on them because they were harassed and helpless, like sheep without a shepherd. Then He said, “The harvest is great but the workers are few. Ask the Lord to send out workers into his harvest fields.

Matthew 9:36-37

When Jesus saw the crowds, He had compassion on them because they were harassed and helpless, like sheep without a shepherd. Then He said, “The harvest is great but the workers are few. Ask the Lord to send out workers into his harvest fields.

Matthew 9:36-37

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6. I’m ______________ to minister!6. I’m ______________ to minister!COMMANDEDCOMMANDED

7. I’m to be ____________ for ministry!7. I’m to be ____________ for ministry!

PREPAREDPREPARED

8. The Body of Christ _______ my ministry!8. The Body of Christ _______ my ministry!

NEEDSNEEDS

9. I am _________________ for my ministry!9. I am _________________ for my ministry!

ACCOUNTABLEACCOUNTABLE

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So then, each of us will give an account of himself to God.

Romans 14:12

So then, each of us will give an account of himself to God.

Romans 14:12

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6. I’m ______________ to minister!6. I’m ______________ to minister!COMMANDEDCOMMANDED

7. I’m to be ____________ for ministry!7. I’m to be ____________ for ministry!

PREPAREDPREPARED

8. The Body of Christ _______ my ministry!8. The Body of Christ _______ my ministry!

NEEDSNEEDS

9. I am _________________ for my ministry!9. I am _________________ for my ministry!

ACCOUNTABLEACCOUNTABLE

The Parable of the Talents: Matt. 25:14-30

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6. I’m ______________ to minister!6. I’m ______________ to minister!COMMANDEDCOMMANDED

7. I’m to be ____________ for ministry!7. I’m to be ____________ for ministry!

PREPAREDPREPARED

8. The Body of Christ _______ my ministry!8. The Body of Christ _______ my ministry!

NEEDSNEEDS

9. I am _________________ for my ministry!9. I am _________________ for my ministry!

ACCOUNTABLEACCOUNTABLE

10. I am _____________ for my ministry!10. I am _____________ for my ministry!

REWARDEDREWARDED

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Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not men, since you know that you will receive an inheritance from the Lord as a reward.

Colossians 3:23,24

Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not men, since you know that you will receive an inheritance from the Lord as a reward.

Colossians 3:23,24

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Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few things; I will put you in charge of many things. Come and share your Master’s happiness!

Matthew 25:23

Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few things; I will put you in charge of many things. Come and share your Master’s happiness!

Matthew 25:23

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Your Next StepYour Next StepDISCOVERING MY S.H.A.P.E.DISCOVERING MY S.H.A.P.E.

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Congratulations on completing C.L.A.S.S. 301, Discovering My Ministry! I hope that the investment of this time will result in

immediate results in your Christian life. I want to encourage you, while the class is still fresh in your mind, to follow through

with these quick steps:

Congratulations on completing C.L.A.S.S. 301, Discovering My Ministry! I hope that the investment of this time will result in

immediate results in your Christian life. I want to encourage you, while the class is still fresh in your mind, to follow through

with these quick steps:

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Appendix

HOW PAUL’S MINISTRY WAS “SHAPED”

HOW WE HELP PEOPLE ACHIEVE MATURITY BY ATTENDING TO FIVE KINDS OF NEEDS

THE FREEDOM MINISTRY STATEMENT

Appendix

HOW PAUL’S MINISTRY WAS “SHAPED”

HOW WE HELP PEOPLE ACHIEVE MATURITY BY ATTENDING TO FIVE KINDS OF NEEDS

THE FREEDOM MINISTRY STATEMENT

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APPENDIXAPPENDIXHow Paul’s Ministry

Was “Shaped”How Paul’s Ministry

Was “Shaped”

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PAUL’S SPIRITUAL GIFTSPAUL’S SPIRITUAL GIFTS

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And of this Gospel I was appointed a preacher and an apostle and a teacher.

2 Timothy 1:11

And of this Gospel I was appointed a preacher and an apostle and a teacher.

2 Timothy 1:11

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PAUL’S SPIRITUAL GIFTSPAUL’S SPIRITUAL GIFTS

PAUL’S HEARTPAUL’S HEART

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My constant ambition has been to preach the Gospel where the name of Christ was previously unknown, and to avoid building on another man’s foundation.

Romans 15:20 (PH)

My constant ambition has been to preach the Gospel where the name of Christ was previously unknown, and to avoid building on another man’s foundation.

Romans 15:20 (PH)

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For God, who was at work in the ministry of Peter as an apostle to the Jews, was also at work in my ministry as an apostle to the Gentiles.

Galatians 2:8

For God, who was at work in the ministry of Peter as an apostle to the Jews, was also at work in my ministry as an apostle to the Gentiles.

Galatians 2:8

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Life is worth nothing unless I use it for doing the work assigned me by the Lord Jesus . . .

Acts 20:24 (LB)

Life is worth nothing unless I use it for doing the work assigned me by the Lord Jesus . . .

Acts 20:24 (LB)

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PAUL’S SPIRITUAL GIFTSPAUL’S SPIRITUAL GIFTS

PAUL’S HEARTPAUL’S HEART

PAUL’S ABILITYPAUL’S ABILITY

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. . . Paul went to see them, and stayed and worked with them, because he earned his living by making tents, just as they did. He debated in the synagogues every Sabbath, trying to convince both Jews and Gentiles.

Acts18:2b-4 (GN)

. . . Paul went to see them, and stayed and worked with them, because he earned his living by making tents, just as they did. He debated in the synagogues every Sabbath, trying to convince both Jews and Gentiles.

Acts18:2b-4 (GN)

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PAUL’S SPIRITUAL GIFTSPAUL’S SPIRITUAL GIFTS

PAUL’S HEARTPAUL’S HEART

PAUL’S ABILITYPAUL’S ABILITY

PAUL’S PERSONALITYPAUL’S PERSONALITY

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For you have heard of my past . . . I persecuted the church with fanatical zeal . . . and did my best to destroy it ... I was ahead of most of my contemporaries in the Jewish religion, and had a boundless enthusiasm . . .

Galatians 1:13-14 (PH)

For you have heard of my past . . . I persecuted the church with fanatical zeal . . . and did my best to destroy it ... I was ahead of most of my contemporaries in the Jewish religion, and had a boundless enthusiasm . . .

Galatians 1:13-14 (PH)

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PAUL’S SPIRITUAL GIFTSPAUL’S SPIRITUAL GIFTS

PAUL’S HEARTPAUL’S HEART

PAUL’S ABILITYPAUL’S ABILITY

PAUL’S PERSONALITYPAUL’S PERSONALITY

PAUL’S EXPERIENCESPAUL’S EXPERIENCES

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HIS SPIRITUAL EXPERIENCES Watching Stephen be stoned

(Acts 8:1) Conversion on the Damascus

Road (Acts 9:1-20) 3 years maturing in Arabia

(Gal. 1:18) Special vision from God

(2 Cor. 12:2-7)

HIS SPIRITUAL EXPERIENCES Watching Stephen be stoned

(Acts 8:1) Conversion on the Damascus

Road (Acts 9:1-20) 3 years maturing in Arabia

(Gal. 1:18) Special vision from God

(2 Cor. 12:2-7)

HIS PAINFUL EXPERIENCES…HIS PAINFUL EXPERIENCES…

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. . . I have been in prison more times . . . near death often . . . been whipped five times with 39 lashes by the Jews and three times by the Romans . . . once stoned . . . I’ve been in three shipwrecks . . . and once spent 24 hours in the water . . . In my travels I’ve been in danger from floods . . . robbers . . . enemies . . . wild animals and false friends . . . I’ve served long hours without sleep or food or shelter or even clothing . . .

2 Corinthians 11:23-27

. . . I have been in prison more times . . . near death often . . . been whipped five times with 39 lashes by the Jews and three times by the Romans . . . once stoned . . . I’ve been in three shipwrecks . . . and once spent 24 hours in the water . . . In my travels I’ve been in danger from floods . . . robbers . . . enemies . . . wild animals and false friends . . . I’ve served long hours without sleep or food or shelter or even clothing . . .

2 Corinthians 11:23-27

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To keep me from becoming conceited because of these great revelations, I was given a thorn in my flesh, a messenger from Satan, to torment me.

2 Corinthians 12:7

To keep me from becoming conceited because of these great revelations, I was given a thorn in my flesh, a messenger from Satan, to torment me.

2 Corinthians 12:7

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APPENDIXAPPENDIXWe Help Students Towards

Spiritual Maturity By Attending To Five Kinds Of Needs

We Help Students Towards Spiritual Maturity By

Attending To Five Kinds Of Needs

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To people’s ___________ needs.To people’s ___________ needs.SPIRITUALSPIRITUAL

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. . . God reconciled us to Himself through Christ and gave us the ministry of reconciliation.

2 Corinthians 5:18

. . . God reconciled us to Himself through Christ and gave us the ministry of reconciliation.

2 Corinthians 5:18

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We proclaim Christ, counseling and teaching everyone with wisdom, so that we may present everyone mature in Christ.

Colossians 1:28-29

We proclaim Christ, counseling and teaching everyone with wisdom, so that we may present everyone mature in Christ.

Colossians 1:28-29

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To people’s ___________ needs.To people’s ___________ needs.SPIRITUALSPIRITUAL

To people’s ___________ needs.To people’s ___________ needs.PHYSICALPHYSICAL

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(God says) I was hungry and you fed me, . . . thirsty and you gave me a drink . . . needed clothes and you clothed me . . . sick and you cared for me . . . in prison and you visited me . . . Whenever you have done this to the least person, you did it to me.

Matthew 25:35-36, 40

(God says) I was hungry and you fed me, . . . thirsty and you gave me a drink . . . needed clothes and you clothed me . . . sick and you cared for me . . . in prison and you visited me . . . Whenever you have done this to the least person, you did it to me.

Matthew 25:35-36, 40

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If, as my representative, you give even a cup of cold water to a little child, you will surely be rewarded.

Matthew 10:42 (LB)

If, as my representative, you give even a cup of cold water to a little child, you will surely be rewarded.

Matthew 10:42 (LB)

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To people’s ___________ needs.To people’s ___________ needs.SPIRITUALSPIRITUAL

To people’s ___________ needs.To people’s ___________ needs.PHYSICALPHYSICAL

To people’s ____________ needs.To people’s ____________ needs.EMOTIONALEMOTIONAL

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Warn the idle, encourage the timid, help the weak, be patient with all.

1 Thessalonians 5:14 (GN)

Warn the idle, encourage the timid, help the weak, be patient with all.

1 Thessalonians 5:14 (GN)

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To people’s ___________ needs.To people’s ___________ needs.SPIRITUALSPIRITUAL

To people’s ___________ needs.To people’s ___________ needs.PHYSICALPHYSICAL

To people’s ____________ needs.To people’s ____________ needs.EMOTIONALEMOTIONAL

To people’s _______________ needs.To people’s _______________ needs.INTELLECTUALINTELLECTUAL

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Do not conform any longer to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is . . . His good, pleasing and perfect will.

Romans 12:2

Do not conform any longer to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is . . . His good, pleasing and perfect will.

Romans 12:2

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Your attitude should be the same as that of Christ Jesus.

Philippians 2:5

Your attitude should be the same as that of Christ Jesus.

Philippians 2:5

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To people’s ___________ needs.To people’s ___________ needs.SPIRITUALSPIRITUAL

To people’s ___________ needs.To people’s ___________ needs.PHYSICALPHYSICAL

To people’s ____________ needs.To people’s ____________ needs.EMOTIONALEMOTIONAL

To people’s _______________ needs.To people’s _______________ needs.INTELLECTUALINTELLECTUAL

To people’s _____________ needs.To people’s _____________ needs.RELATIONALRELATIONAL

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Now this is our boast: Our conscience testifies that we have conducted ourselves in the world, and especially in our relations with you, in the holiness and sincerity that are from God. We have done so, not according to worldly wisdom, but according to God’s grace.

2 Corinthians 1:12

Now this is our boast: Our conscience testifies that we have conducted ourselves in the world, and especially in our relations with you, in the holiness and sincerity that are from God. We have done so, not according to worldly wisdom, but according to God’s grace.

2 Corinthians 1:12

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APPENDIXAPPENDIXThe FREEDOM Ministry Statement

(Our Philosophy of Ministry)The FREEDOM Ministry Statement

(Our Philosophy of Ministry)

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1. What We Believe ... ABOUT MINISTRY1. What We Believe ... ABOUT MINISTRY

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A. Salvation in Jesus Christ automatically includes a call to ministry. Every believer is created, saved, called, gifted, authorized, and commanded to minister.

A. Salvation in Jesus Christ automatically includes a call to ministry. Every believer is created, saved, called, gifted, authorized, and commanded to minister.

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B. Ministry is the heart of the Christian life. (Matt. 20:28)

C. Function follows form in ministry. How God made me determines what He intends for me to do. God has uniquely shaped each individual for a specific ministry.

B. Ministry is the heart of the Christian life. (Matt. 20:28)

C. Function follows form in ministry. How God made me determines what He intends for me to do. God has uniquely shaped each individual for a specific ministry.

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D. God has given all his children gifts that can be developed and used in ministry. Everyone is a “10” in some area. Everyone has something to offer. Developing and using your gifts is an act of good stewardship and of service.

E. You discover your gifts through ministry, instead of discovering your ministry by identifying your gifts.

D. God has given all his children gifts that can be developed and used in ministry. Everyone is a “10” in some area. Everyone has something to offer. Developing and using your gifts is an act of good stewardship and of service.

E. You discover your gifts through ministry, instead of discovering your ministry by identifying your gifts.

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F. The evidence of the right match between my “shape” and my ministry is fulfillment and results.

G. Membership and maturity are prerequisites to ministry. Therefore we require class attendance and commitment to these two areas before serving through Freedom Fellowship.

F. The evidence of the right match between my “shape” and my ministry is fulfillment and results.

G. Membership and maturity are prerequisites to ministry. Therefore we require class attendance and commitment to these two areas before serving through Freedom Fellowship.

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1. What We Believe ... ABOUT MINISTRY1. What We Believe ... ABOUT MINISTRY

2. What We Believe ... ABOUT THE BODY OF CHRIST2. What We Believe ... ABOUT THE BODY OF CHRIST

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A. God intends for ministry to be performed through the context of the local church. Membership includes a commitment to ministry.

A. God intends for ministry to be performed through the context of the local church. Membership includes a commitment to ministry.

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B. The Holy Spirit has provided our church body with all the spiritually-gifted people needed to do everything He wants done. Our task is to discover, enlist, train, and support these people in ministry.

B. The Holy Spirit has provided our church body with all the spiritually-gifted people needed to do everything He wants done. Our task is to discover, enlist, train, and support these people in ministry.

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C. The church is to operate on the basis of spiritual gifts, rather than elected office. We do not elect people to ministries. “A man’s gift makes room for him” ... Prov. 18:16 (NAS)

D. The church is a family, not a business; an organism, not an organization. Therefore we streamline the structure in order to maximize ministry and minimize maintenance. We do not bury ministries under procedures.

C. The church is to operate on the basis of spiritual gifts, rather than elected office. We do not elect people to ministries. “A man’s gift makes room for him” ... Prov. 18:16 (NAS)

D. The church is a family, not a business; an organism, not an organization. Therefore we streamline the structure in order to maximize ministry and minimize maintenance. We do not bury ministries under procedures.

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E. The mobilization of every member as a minister is the key to balanced growth of the church.

F. The greater good of the whole body must always take priority over the needs of any single ministry. There is no place for “turf”- ism in God’s Family.

E. The mobilization of every member as a minister is the key to balanced growth of the church.

F. The greater good of the whole body must always take priority over the needs of any single ministry. There is no place for “turf”- ism in God’s Family.

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1. What We Believe ... ABOUT MINISTRY1. What We Believe ... ABOUT MINISTRY

2. What We Believe ... ABOUT THE BODY OF CHRIST2. What We Believe ... ABOUT THE BODY OF CHRIST

3. What We Believe ... ABOUT THE ROLE OF PASTORS3. What We Believe ... ABOUT THE ROLE OF PASTORS

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A.The equipping of the members for ministry is the number one priority of the pastoral staff. The people are the ministers and the pastors are the administrators. (Eph. 4:11-12)

B. The objective of the Disciple Training Program is to mobilize and equip an army of ministers who are maximizing their unique gifts, heart, abilities, personality, and experiences in a meaningful place of service through our church.

A.The equipping of the members for ministry is the number one priority of the pastoral staff. The people are the ministers and the pastors are the administrators. (Eph. 4:11-12)

B. The objective of the Disciple Training Program is to mobilize and equip an army of ministers who are maximizing their unique gifts, heart, abilities, personality, and experiences in a meaningful place of service through our church.

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C. Every member deserves personal assistance in discovering a meaningful place of ministry. We value the individual more than the ministry.

D. Those involved in ministry are entitled to competent leadership from the staff. Therefore every ministry will receive assistance from our staff to ensure every opportunity for success.

E. Our staff will supervise, provide training, encouragement, guidance, feedback and resources to the youth ministers in our church.

C. Every member deserves personal assistance in discovering a meaningful place of ministry. We value the individual more than the ministry.

D. Those involved in ministry are entitled to competent leadership from the staff. Therefore every ministry will receive assistance from our staff to ensure every opportunity for success.

E. Our staff will supervise, provide training, encouragement, guidance, feedback and resources to the youth ministers in our church.

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1. What We Believe ... ABOUT MINISTRY1. What We Believe ... ABOUT MINISTRY

2. What We Believe ... ABOUT THE BODY OF CHRIST2. What We Believe ... ABOUT THE BODY OF CHRIST

3. What We Believe ... ABOUT THE ROLE OF PASTORS3. What We Believe ... ABOUT THE ROLE OF PASTORS

4. What We Believe ... ABOUT TRAINING4. What We Believe ... ABOUT TRAINING

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A.Every minister is a learner. The moment you stop learning, you stop leading.

B. We emphasize on-the-job training more than pre-service training. We learn best by doing. We delegate to develop people.

A.Every minister is a learner. The moment you stop learning, you stop leading.

B. We emphasize on-the-job training more than pre-service training. We learn best by doing. We delegate to develop people.

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1. What We Believe ... ABOUT MINISTRY1. What We Believe ... ABOUT MINISTRY

2. What We Believe ... ABOUT THE BODY OF CHRIST2. What We Believe ... ABOUT THE BODY OF CHRIST

3. What We Believe ... ABOUT THE ROLE OF PASTORS3. What We Believe ... ABOUT THE ROLE OF PASTORS

4. What We Believe ... ABOUT TRAINING4. What We Believe ... ABOUT TRAINING

5. What We Believe ... ABOUT PERFORMANCE5. What We Believe ... ABOUT PERFORMANCE

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A. We expect excellence in ministry, not perfection. Excellence is doing your best. God deserves our best.

B. We encourage creativity and innovation in ministry, which assumes mistakes will be made. “No mistakes” means you’re not growing or trying anything new. We have no “failures” in ministry at Freedom, only “experiments that didn’t work!”

C. A failed project does not mean a failed person. There are no “wrong” people ... only “right” people in the wrong ministry!

A. We expect excellence in ministry, not perfection. Excellence is doing your best. God deserves our best.

B. We encourage creativity and innovation in ministry, which assumes mistakes will be made. “No mistakes” means you’re not growing or trying anything new. We have no “failures” in ministry at Freedom, only “experiments that didn’t work!”

C. A failed project does not mean a failed person. There are no “wrong” people ... only “right” people in the wrong ministry!

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6. What We Believe ... ABOUT DEVELOPMENT AND ACCOUNTABILITY6. What We Believe ... ABOUT DEVELOPMENT AND ACCOUNTABILITY

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A.We become what we are committed to. Therefore we encourage growth in commitment to Christ and his Church.

B. Everything rises or falls on leadership. No ministry can exceed the commitment of those leading it.

C. The leadership of ministries is to be shared.

A.We become what we are committed to. Therefore we encourage growth in commitment to Christ and his Church.

B. Everything rises or falls on leadership. No ministry can exceed the commitment of those leading it.

C. The leadership of ministries is to be shared.

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D. One mark of a maturing Church is that the standards for leadership are raised every year.

E. There must be periodic reviews of all ministries. We do what is inspected, not just expected. Best intentions are not enough.

D. One mark of a maturing Church is that the standards for leadership are raised every year.

E. There must be periodic reviews of all ministries. We do what is inspected, not just expected. Best intentions are not enough.

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6. What We Believe ... ABOUT DEVELOPMENT AND ACCOUNTABILITY6. What We Believe ... ABOUT DEVELOPMENT AND ACCOUNTABILITY

7. What We Believe ... ON DIVERSITY OF MINISTRY7. What We Believe ... ON DIVERSITY OF MINISTRY

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A.We have unity without uniformity. We believe diversity in ministries simply illustrates the unique giftedness of individuals.

B. Any member who has completed CLASS 301 may start a new ministry with the assistance of the Ministry Staff.

A.We have unity without uniformity. We believe diversity in ministries simply illustrates the unique giftedness of individuals.

B. Any member who has completed CLASS 301 may start a new ministry with the assistance of the Ministry Staff.

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C. Every ministry must fulfill one or more of the basic purposes of the church or we don’t do it.

D. Ministries have seasons. If a ministry isn’t meeting a need anymore, we will give it a decent burial. There are no sacred cows!

E. Most ministries require a one year commitment but we allow people to change ministries gracefully, without guilt. We don’t lock people in permanently.

C. Every ministry must fulfill one or more of the basic purposes of the church or we don’t do it.

D. Ministries have seasons. If a ministry isn’t meeting a need anymore, we will give it a decent burial. There are no sacred cows!

E. Most ministries require a one year commitment but we allow people to change ministries gracefully, without guilt. We don’t lock people in permanently.

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F. Only official ministries of Freedom Fellowship, under staff supervision are given priority and assistance. Make sure you work in cooperation with the church in any ministry endeavor.

G. Your primary ministry commitment should be in the area where you are gifted. Your secondary ministry includes serving in any other area of the Body where you are needed.

F. Only official ministries of Freedom Fellowship, under staff supervision are given priority and assistance. Make sure you work in cooperation with the church in any ministry endeavor.

G. Your primary ministry commitment should be in the area where you are gifted. Your secondary ministry includes serving in any other area of the Body where you are needed.

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H. You are not ready for ministry, until you are willing to serve anywhere.H. You are not ready for ministry, until you are willing to serve anywhere.

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The same things are true when you try to minister in areas that are not suited to your

personality. God has wired your temperament in a unique way. This factor is very important in matching you to the

right ministry.

The same things are true when you try to minister in areas that are not suited to your

personality. God has wired your temperament in a unique way. This factor is very important in matching you to the

right ministry.

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It’s obvious that God has not used a cookie cutter to stamp out people to look and act

the same. God loves variety - just look around. And there is not a “right” or “wrong”

personality.

It’s obvious that God has not used a cookie cutter to stamp out people to look and act

the same. God loves variety - just look around. And there is not a “right” or “wrong”

personality.

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A personality is difficult to change, but attitudes can be changed over time. God

has wired you in a unique way. For example, imagine you have a lion’s

personality, we could try to change you by pulling your fangs out (attitude) with the

hope you will become a cat. It won’t work - you won’t become a cat, you’ll become a

fangless lion.

A personality is difficult to change, but attitudes can be changed over time. God

has wired you in a unique way. For example, imagine you have a lion’s

personality, we could try to change you by pulling your fangs out (attitude) with the

hope you will become a cat. It won’t work - you won’t become a cat, you’ll become a

fangless lion.

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Once God got control of Paul’s life, his attitude was changed, his life was changed,

and his purpose was changed. But Paul preached Christ with the same type of

fanatical zeal that he used to persecute the church before he knew Christ.

Once God got control of Paul’s life, his attitude was changed, his life was changed,

and his purpose was changed. But Paul preached Christ with the same type of

fanatical zeal that he used to persecute the church before he knew Christ.

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Although there are many great personality tests available, for the purpose of your SHAPE test, we want you to consider just four aspects of your unique personality:

1. How I am around other people2. How I make my decisions3. How I am in my relationships4. How I am in my use of time

Although there are many great personality tests available, for the purpose of your SHAPE test, we want you to consider just four aspects of your unique personality:

1. How I am around other people2. How I make my decisions3. How I am in my relationships4. How I am in my use of time

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