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FINDING YOUR SPIRITUAL GIFTS
A SELF-ASSESSMENT INVENTORY

For each of the 60 questions which follow, choose the answer that corresponds with the responses that most closely match how you perceive yourself. You might also alsk a person who is close to you to score the inventory with, and for, you. Their perception of your strengths may be useful in identifying the gifts with which you have been truly blessed. After responding to each question, press the SCORE button at the bottom of the inventory.

1. When presented a goal, I immediately think of steps that need to be taken in order to achieve the desired results.	consistently true frequently true occasionally true infrequently true rarely true
2. I express myself through artistic means.	consistently true frequently true occasionally true infrequently true rarely true
3. My faith requires me to seek out God's will and purpose in all circumstances that arise in my life.	consistently true frequently true occasionally true infrequently true rarely true
4. I am able to convey the Gospel message to non-believers in ways that they are able to easily understand.	consistently true frequently true occasionally true infrequently true rarely true
5. I am moved by those who, through conflict or sorrow, are wavering in faith.	consistently true frequently true occasionally true infrequently true rarely true
6. I am certain of the Spirit's presence in my life and the lives of others.	consistently true frequently true occasionally true infrequently true rarely true
7. I am blessed by God each day and gladly respond to these blessings by giving liberally of my time and money.	consistently true frequently true occasionally true infrequently true rarely true
8. I enjoy meeting new people and becoming acquainted with them.	consistently true frequently true occasionally true infrequently true rarely true
9. I know that God hears and responds to my daily prayers.	consistently true frequently true occasionally true infrequently true rarely true
10. I feel compelled to learn as much as I can about the Bible and faith.	consistently true frequently true occasionally true infrequently true rarely true
11. I am a take-charge person. When others follow my direction, the goal or task will be completed.	consistently true frequently true occasionally true infrequently true rarely true
12. When I see a person in need, I am moved to assist them.	consistently true frequently true occcasionally true infrequently true rarely true
13. I love to sing and enjoy inspiring others through song.	consistently true frequently true occasionally true infrequently true rarely true
14. I find joy and express myself by playing a musical instrument.	consistently true frequently true occasionally true infrequently true rarely true
15. I am motivated to provide spiritual leadership to those who are on a faith journey.	consistently true frequently true occasionally true infrequently true rarely true
16. I like working behind the scenes to ensure projects are successful.	consistently true frequently true occasionally true infrequently true rarely true
17. I enjoy working with my hands in a trade or skill that required considerable experience to perfect.	consistently true frequently true occasionally true infrequently true rarely true
18. My great joy is to communicate biblical truth in such a way that it becomes real and understood by others.	consistently true frequently true occasionally true infrequently true rarely true
19 When a challenge is presented, I am usually able to identify an appropriate solution.	consistently true frequently true occasionally true infrequently true rarely true
20. I am able to take a thought or idea and put it into a clear and inspiring written form.	consistently true frequently true occasionally true infrequently true rarely true
21. I enjoy organizing thoughts, ideas, hopes and dreams into a specific plan of action.	consistently true frequently true occasionally true infrequently true rarely true
22. I can translate into artistic form what I first see in my imagination.	consistently true frequently true occasionally true infrequently true rarely true
23. I have assisted others as they sought to discern whether or not their personal decisions were helpful and in accord with God's will for their lives.	consistently true frequently true occasionally true infrequently true rarely true
24. I enjoy being with non-believers and like having the opportunity to encourage them to faith and commitment.	consistently true frequently true occasionally true infrequently true rarely true
25. When I know someone is facing a crisis, I feel compelled to provide support and care.	consistently true frequently 3true occasionally true infrequently true rarely true
26. My trust in the Spirit's presence, when I encounter times of personal crisis, is a source of strength for others.	consistently true frequently true occasionally true infrequently true rarely true
27. I manage my time and money so that I am able to give much of it to the work of the church or other organizations.	consistently true frequently true occasionally true infrequently true rarely true
28. I am often asked to open my home for small group gatherings or social occasions.	consistently true frequently true occasionally true infrequently true rarely true
29. I often become so absorbed in my prayer life that the door bell or phone can ring and I will not hear it.	consistently true frequently true occasionally true infrequently true rarely true
30. Not one day would be complete without biblical study and thought.	consistently true frequently true occasionally true infrequently true rarely true
31. When I am in a group, others will often look to me for direction.	consistently true frequently true occasionally true infrequently true rarely true
32. I feel an urgency to provide housing for the homeless, food for the starving, comfort for those in distress.	consistently true frequently true occasionally true incfrequently true rarely true
33. I have sung before groups and felt a real sense of God's presence.	consistently true frequently true occasionally true infrequently true rarely true
34. By my playing a musical instrument, inspiration has been provided for both myself and others.	consistently true frequently true occasionally true infrequently true rarely true
35. I have responsibility for providing spiritual guidance to an individual believer or group of believers.	consistently true frequently true occasionally true infrequently true rarely true
36. People tell me that without my willingness to do the unnoticed jobs, their work would be more difficult.	consistently true frequently true occasionally true infrequently true rarely true
37. I am good at building, repairing, or restoring things and find satisfaction in doing so.	consistently true frequently true occasionally true infrequently true rarely true
38. I want to express my faith by assisting others to discover the truths contained in the Bible.	consistently true frequently true occasionally true infrequently true rarely true
39. People come to me for help in applying Christian faith and values to personal situations.	consistently true frequently true occasionally true infrequently true rarely true
40. I often feel moved to write about my thoughts and feelings so others may benefit from them.	consistently true frequently true occasionally true infrequently true rarely true
41. I have been successful in organizing, directing and motivating people to achieve a goal.	consistently true frequently true ocasionally true infrequently true rarely true
42. My artistic work has given spiritual strength to both believer and non-believer.	consistently true frequently true occasionally true infrequently true rarely true
43. In the congregation, I am often asked if a direction being discussed is in accord with God's will and purpose.	consistently true frequently true occasionally true infrequently true rarely true
44. I do not find it difficult to share what Jesus means to me with non-believers.	consistently true frequently true occasionally true infrequently true rarely true
45. Those who are struggling with life questions have come to me for guidance and help.	consistently true frequently true occasionally true infrequently true rarely true
46. I can see great things happening in my congregation and am not derailed by the pessimism of others.	consistently true frequently true occasionally true infrequently true rarely true