Spiritual Gifts Survey
  • Directions- This is not a test, so there are no wrong answers. The Spiritual Gifts Survey consists of 70 items. Some areas reflect concrete actions; other items are descriptive traits; and still others are statements of belief. Do not spend too much time on one item. Your first response is usually the best.

  • I have the ability to organize ideas, resources, time, and people effectively.*
  • I am willing to study and prepare for the task of teaching.*
  • I am able to relate the truths of God to specific situations.*
  • I have a God-given ability to help others grow in their faith.*
  • I possess a special ability to communicate the truth of salvation.*
  • I am sensitive to the hurts of people.*
  • I experience joy in meeting needs through sharing possessions.*
  • I enjoy studying.*
  • I have delivered God’s message of warning and judgment.*
  • I am able to sense the true motivation of persons and movements.*
  • I have special ability to trust God in difficult situations.*
  • I take action to meet physical and practical needs rather than merely talking about or planning help.*
  • I can delegate and assign meaningful work.*
  • I have strong desire to contribute to the establishment of new churches.*
  • I have ability and desire to teach.*
  • I am usually able to analyze a situation correctly.*
  • I have a natural tendency to encourage others.*
  • I am willing to take the initiative in helping other Christians grow in their faith.*
  • I have an acute awareness of the emotions of other people, such as loneliness, pain, fear, and anger.*
  • I am a cheerful giver.*
  • I spend time digging into facts.*
  • I feel I have message from God to deliver to others.*
  • I can recognize when a person is genuine/honest.*
  • I am willing to yield to God’s will rather than question and waver.*
  • I would like to be more active in getting the gospel to people in other lands.*
  • It makes me happy to do things for people in need.*
  • I am successful in getting a group to do its work joyfully.*
  • I have the ability to plan learning approaches.*
  • I can identify those who need encouragement.*
  • I have trained Christians to be more obedient Disciples of Christ.*
  • I am willing to do whatever it takes to see others come to Christ.*
  • I am attracted to those who are hurting.*
  • I am a generous giver.*
  • I am able to discover new truths.*
  • I have spiritual insights from Scripture concerning issues and people that compel me to speak out.*
  • I can sense when a person is acting in accord with God’s will.*
  • I can trust in God in when things look dark.*
  • I have a strong desire to take the gospel to places where it hasn’t been heard.*
  • I am sensitive to other people's needs.*
  • I have been able to make effective and efficient plans for accomplishing goals of a group.*
  • I often am consulted when fellow Christians are struggling to make difficult decisions.*
  • I think about how I can comfort and encourage others in my congregation.*
  • I am able to give spiritual direction to others.*
  • I am able to present the gospel to lost persons in such a way that they accept the Lord and His salvation.*
  • I possess an unusual capacity to understand the feelings of those in distress.*
  • I have a strong sense of stewardship based on the recognition that God owns all things.*
  • I have delivered to other person’s messages that have come directly God.*
  • I can sense when a person is acting under God’s leadership.*
  • I try to be in God’s will continually and be available for His use.*
  • I feel that I should take the gospel to people who have different beliefs from me.*
  • I have an acute awareness of the physical needs of others.*
  • I am skilled in setting forth positive and precise steps of action.*
  • I explain scripture in such a way that others understand it.*
  • I can usually see spiritual solutions to problems.*
  • I welcome opportunities to help people who need comfort, consolation, encouragement, and counseling.*
  • I feel at ease in sharing Christ with nonbelievers.*
  • I recognize the signs of stress and distress of others.*
  • I desire to give generously and unpretentiously to worthwhile projects and ministries.*
  • I can organize facts into meaningful relationships.*
  • God gives me messages to deliver to His people.*
  • I am able to sense whether people are being honest when they tell of their religious experiences.*
  • I enjoy presenting the gospel to persons of other cultures and backgrounds.*
  • I enjoy doing little things that help people.*
  • I can give a clear, uncomplicated presentation.*
  • I have been able to apply biblical truth to the specific needs of my church.*
  • God has used me to encourage others to live Christlike lives.*
  • I have sensed the need to help other people become more effective in their ministries.*
  • I like to talk about Jesus to those who do not know Him.*
  • I have a wide range of study resources and know how to secure information.*
  • I feel that a situation will change for the glory of God even when the situation seems impossible.*
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