Below is a brief description of each gift. More importantly, while distinguishing between skills and spiritual gifts, it is important to keep three things in mind:
- Every Christian has a spiritual gift (1 Peter 4:10).
- Spiritual gifts build up the church (1 Corinthians 14:12).
- Spiritual gifts should be accompanied with humility (1 Corinthians 14:30).
List Spiritual Gifts used in this Workshop
Administration: A profound ability to be organized and see patterns
Creative Expression: Able to communicate the Gospel through various media
Discernment: Decision making that doesn’t always seem apparent
Exhortation: Passionately urging people to live in grace
Evangelism: Telling others about Jesus
Faith: Steadfast obedience to God no matter the circumstances
Generosity: Stewarding God’s money well
Healing: God’s frequent healing of those you pray for
Hospitality: Helping people feel welcome and connected
Intercession: Bringing others to God in prayer
Leadership: Encouraging the community in its responsible service to God
Miracles: Explosions of God’s Kingdom
Music: There are innumerable ways to use this gift for the glory of God
Pastoral Care: Being present with those in pain
Prophecy: Speaking a specific message of God to the church
Service: Serving others in practical ways
Teaching: Leading others in reading the Bible and living the christian life
Tongues: Languages which aren’t your own
Interpretation: Languages which aren’t your own
Words of Knowledge: Words from God to speak or silently pray