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piritual Gifts Assessment

Step 1: Go through the 100 statements in this questionnaire. For each one, mark to what extent the
statement is true of your life:
MUCH=3
WARNING:

SOME=2

LITTLE=1

NOT AT ALL=0

Do not score according to what you think should be true (or hope might be true in
the future). Score on the basis of past experience.

Step 2: When you are finished, use the scorecard to determine which 2-3 spiritual gifts are your
strongest.
Step 3: Study your dominant gift definitions and Scripture references. Pay particular attention to the
Cautions section, for helpful advice.

(3) = MUCH

(2) = SOME

(1) = LITTLE

(0) = NOT AT ALL

____ 1.

I have a desire to speak direct messages from God that edify, exhort or comfort others.

____ 2.

I have enjoyed relating to a certain group of people over a long period of time, sharing
personally in their successes and their failures.

____ 3.

People have told me that I have helped them learn biblical truth in a meaningful way.

____ 4.

I have applied spiritual truth effectively to situations in my own life.

____ 5.

Others have told me I have helped them distinguish key and important facts of Scripture.

____ 6.

I have verbally encouraged the wavering, the troubled or the discouraged.

____ 7.

Others in the church have noted that I was able to see through phoniness before it was
evident to other people.

____ 8.

I find I manage money well in order to give liberally to the Lords work.

____ 9.

I have assisted Christian leaders to relieve them for their essential job.

____ 10. I have a desire to work with those who have physical or mental problems, to alleviate their
suffering.
____ 11. I enjoy being called upon to do special jobs around the church.
____ 12. I have led others to a decision for salvation through faith in Christ.
____ 13. I would like to take an active part in starting churches in places where they do not presently
exist.
____ 14. When in a group, I am the one others often look to for vision and direction.
____ 15. When I speak, people seem to listen and agree.
____ 16. When I am in a group that lacks organization, I tend to step in to fill the gap.

____ 17. Others can point to specific instances where my prayers have resulted in visible miracles.
____ 18. In the name of the Lord, I have been used in curing diseases instantaneously.
____ 19. I have spoken in tongues (spiritual language).
____ 20. Sometimes when a person speaks in tongues (spiritual language), I get an idea about what
God is saying.
____ 21. Through God I have revealed specific things that will happen in the future.
____ 22. I have enjoyed assuming the responsibility for the spiritual well-being of a particular group of
Christians.
____ 23. I feel I can explain the New Testament teaching about the health and ministry of the Body of
Christ in a relevant way.
____ 24. I can intuitively arrive at solutions to fairly complicated problems.
____ 25. I have had insights of spiritual truth others have said helped bring them closer to God.
____ 26. I can effectively motivate people to get involved in ministry when it is needed.
____ 27. I can see the Spirit of God resting on certain people from time to time.
____ 28. My giving records show that I give considerably more than 10 percent of my income to the
Lords work.
____ 29. People have told me that I have helped them become more effective in their ministries.
____ 30. I have cared for others when they have had material or physical needs.
____ 31. I dont have many special skills, but I do what needs to be done around the church.
____ 32. I have shared joyfully how Christ has brought me to Himself in a way that is meaningful to
nonbelievers.
____ 33. I can adapt well to different surroundings & relate to others in culturally sensitive ways.
____ 34. I have believed God for the impossible and seen it happen in a tangible way.
____ 35. Other Christians have followed my leadership because they believed in me.
____ 36. I enjoy handling the details of organizing ideas, people, resources, and time for more effective
ministry.
____ 37. God has used me personally to perform supernatural signs and wonders.
____ 38. I enjoy praying for sick people because I know that many of them will be healed as a result.
____ 39. I have spoken an immediate message of God to His people in a language I have never learned.
____ 40. I have interpreted tongues (spiritual language) with the result that the Body of Christ was
edified, exhorted, or comforted.
____ 41. People have told me that I have communicated timely and urgent messages that must have
come directly from the Lord.
____ 42. I feel unafraid of giving spiritual guidance and direction in a group of Christians.
____ 43. I can devote considerable time to learning new biblical truths in order to communicate them
to others.
____ 44. When a person has a problem, I can frequently guide them to the best biblical solution.

____ 45. Through study or experience, I have discerned major strategies or techniques God seems to
use in furthering His kingdom.
____ 46. People have come to me in their afflictions or suffering, and told me that they have been
helped, relieved, and healed.
____ 47. I can tell with a fairly high degree of assurance when a person is afflicted by an evil spirit.
____ 48. When I am moved by an appeal to give to Gods work, I usually can find the money I need to
do it.
____ 49. I have enjoyed doing routine tasks that led to more effective ministry by others.
____ 50. I enjoy visiting in hospitals and/or retirement homes, and feel I do well in such a ministry.
____ 51. Others have mentioned that I seem to enjoy routine tasks and do well at them.
____ 52. Non-Christians have noted that they feel comfortable when they are around me, and that I
have a positive effect on them toward developing a faith in Christ.
____ 53. I feel compelled to pioneer new undertakings for the purpose of sharing the Good News.
____ 54. Other people have told me that I had faith to accomplish what seemed impossible to them.
____ 55. When I set goals, others seem to accept them readily.
____ 56. I have been able to make effective and efficient plans for accomplishing the goals of a group.
____ 57. God regularly seems to do impossible things through my life.
____ 58. Others have told me that God healed them of an emotional problem when I ministered to
them.
____ 59. I can speak to God in a language I have never learned.
____ 60. I have prayed that I may interpret if someone begins speaking in tongues (spiritual language).
____ 61. I sometimes have a strong sense of what God wants to say to people in response to a
particular situation.
____ 62. I have helped fellow believers by guiding them to relevant portions of the Bible and praying
with them.
____ 63. I feel I can communicate biblical truths to others and see resulting changes in knowledge,
attitudes, values, or conduct.
____ 64. Some people indicate that I have perceived and applied biblical truth to the specific needs of
fellow believers.
____ 65. I study and read quite a bit in order to learn new biblical truths.
____ 66. I have a desire to effectively counsel the perplexed, the guilty, or addicted.
____ 67. I can recognize whether a persons teaching is from God, from Satan, or of human origin.
____ 68. I am so confident that God will meet my needs that I give to Him sacrificially and consistently.
____ 69. When I do things behind the scenes and others are helped, I am joyful.
____ 70. People call on me to help those who are less fortunate.
____ 71. I prefer being active and doing something rather than just sitting around talking or reading or
listening to a speaker.
____ 72. I am surprised when others dont seem to share their faith with unbelievers as much as I do.

____ 73. I am able to orchestrate or oversee several church ministries.

____ 74. There have been times when I have felt sure I knew Gods specific will for the future growth
of His work, even when others have not been so sure.
____ 75. When I join a group, others seem to back off and expect me to take the leadership.
____ 76. I am able to give directions to others without using persuasion to get them to accomplish a
task.
____ 77. People have told me that I was Gods instrument that brought supernatural change in lives or
circumstances.
____ 78. I have prayed for others and physical healing has actually occurred.
____ 79. When I give a public message in tongues (spiritual language), I expect it to be interpreted.
____ 80. I have interpreted tongues (spiritual language) in a way that seemed to bless others.
____ 81. I sometimes feel that I know exactly what God wants to do in ministry at a specific point in
time.
____ 82. People have told me that I have helped them be restored to the Christian community.
____ 83. Studying the Bible and sharing my insights with others is very satisfying for me.
____ 84. I have felt and unusual presence of God and personal confidence when important decisions
needed to be made.
____ 85. I have the ability to discover new truths for myself through reading or observing situations
firsthand.
____ 86. I have urged others to seek a biblical solution to their affliction or suffering.
____ 87. I can tell whether a person speaking in tongues (spiritual language) is genuine.
____ 88. I have been willing to maintain a lower standard of living in order to benefit Gods work.
____ 89. When I serve the Lord, I really dont care who gets the credit.
____ 90. I would enjoy spending time with a lonely, shut-in person or someone in prison.
____ 91. I respond cheerfully when asked to do a job, even if it seems menial.
____ 92. I am attracted to nonbelievers because of my desire to win them to Christ.
____ 93. God has worked through me in miraculous ways and my ministry efforts have been generally
fruitful.
____ 94. Others have told me that I am a person of unusual vision, and I agree.
____ 95. When I am in charge, things seem to run smoothly.
____ 96. I have enjoyed bearing the responsibility for the success of a particular task within my church.
____ 97. In the name of the Lord, I have been able to recover sight to the blind.
____ 98. When I pray for the sick, either they or I feel sensations of tingling or warmth.
____ 99. When I speak in tongues (spiritual language), I believe it is edifying to the Lords Body.
____ 100. I have interpreted tongues (spiritual language) in such a way that the message appeared to be
directly from God.

Spiritual Gifts Score Card

In the grid below, enter the numerical value of each of your responses next to the number of the
corresponding statements from the questionnaire.
MUCH = 3

SOME = 2

LITTLE = 1

NOT AT ALL = 0

Then add up the five numbers that you have recorded in each row and place the sum in the Total
column.
VALUE OF ANSWERS

TOTAL

GIFT

21

41

61

81

A. Prophecy

22

42

62

82

B. Shepherd (Pastor)

23

43

63

83

C. Teaching

24

44

64

84

D. Wisdom

25

45

65

85

E. Knowledge

26

46

66

86

F. Exhortation

27

47

67

87

G. Discerningof Spirits

28

48

68

88

H. Giving

29

49

69

89

I.

Helps

10

30

50

70

90

J.

Mercy

11

31

51

71

91

K. Service

12

32

52

72

92

L. Evangelist

13

33

53

73

93

M. Apostle

14

34

54

74

94

N. Faith

15

35

55

75

95

O. Leadership

16

36

56

76

96

P. Administration

17

37

57

77

97

Q. Miracles

18

38

58

78

98

R. Healing

19

39

59

79

99

S. Spiritual Language

20

40

60

80

100

T. Interpretation

Twenty Spiritual Gifts

The table below categorizes and briefly defines 20 spiritual gifts explicitly identified in Scripture. It should
be noted that others might categorize spiritual gifts in different ways, so this is not to say there are
exactly 20 spiritual gifts.
Spiritual Gift

Literal
Meaning

Description

References

1. Administration

To pilot or
steer a ship.

The gift of Administration is the divine enablement to understand what

makes an organization function, and the special ability to work through
the details of the organizational process that needs to be taken in order to
facilitate and execute the goals and purposes of a ministry.
Does this describe you? A detail person making ministries run smoothly
Willing to step into chaos, bring about order and then go on to another
project Skilled at making ministry efficient and organized Complete
projects in a way that others grow and God is glorified Effectively use
resources by organizing people and delegating responsibilities.

1 Cor.
12:28, Acts
6:1-7, Ex.
18:13-26

2. Apostleship

To be sent
with a
message

The gift of Apostleship is the divine ability to start and oversee the
development of new churches or ministries. Equivalent to a pioneer
missionary.
Does this describe you? Intimate knowledge of Christs teachings Enjoy
leading in the formation of new ministries Consider myself a messenger
of Gods Word Love to start ministries but dont enjoy long-term work
Multi-gifted Cross-cultural adaptability.

1 Cor.
12:28-29,
Eph. 4:1112, Rom.
1:5, Acts
13:2-3

3. Discernment
of Spirits

To separate
or make a
distinction,
differentiate

The gift of Discernment is the divine enablement to distinguish between

truth and error. It is the ability to discern the spirits, differentiating
between good and evil, right and wrong, seeing through phoniness and
insincerity before the difference is manifest to all by the results.
Does this describe you? Can sense wrong motives in others Can discern
evil in a situation Strong ability to feel the presence or absence of the
Holy Spirit.

1 Cor.
12:10, Acts
5:1-4,
Matt.
16:21-23

4. Exhortation

To come
along side of

The gift of Exhortation is the divine enablement to minister

understanding, encouragement, and council in order to uplift, comfort,
and strengthen others.
Does this describe you? Others seek guidance and counsel from you
Visualize goals and develop a step by step process to achieve them Spark
others to action Speak with conviction and sometimes urgency Enjoy
new insights into Gods Word Positive outlook on life Often remind
others what God has done for them Willing to challenge others.

Rom. 12:8,
Acts 11:2224, Acts
15:30-32

5. Evangelism

To bring
good news

The gift of Evangelism is the divine enablement to effectively

communicate the Good News to those who have yet to believe so they
respond in faith and accept Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior.
Does this describe you? Always want to extend an invitation for people to
begin a relationship with Christ at church Feel natural sharing the gospel
Enjoy getting out among unbelievers Often pray for the Lord to put
people in your path so you can tell them of Jesus You have a passion to
see believers around you actively reaching out as well.

Eph. 4:11,
Acts 8:2640, Luke
19:1-10

6. Faith

To trust,
have
confidence,
believe

The gift of Faith is the divine enablement to act on God's promises with
confidence and unwavering belief in His ability to fulfill His purposes.
Does this describe you? Confidently believe the promises of God See the
ability of God as bigger than the obstacle to be moved Your faith
manifests in unusual deeds of trust and boldness Have a vision for
accomplishing the work of God Inspire others to boldly take claim of
Gods promises Optimistic in the midst of trial and even persecution.

1 Cor. 12:9,
13:2, Heb.
11:1, Rom.
4:18-21

Spiritual Gift

Literal
Meaning

Description

References

7. Giving

To give part
of, share

The gift of Giving is the divine enablement to contribute money and

resources to the work of the Lord with cheerfulness and liberality. People
with this gift do not ask "How much money do I need to give to God?" but,
"How much money can I give to God?"
Does this describe you? Give liberally, consistently, and sacrificially to the
Lords work Are resourceful, but not necessarily wealthy Wise with
money Give beyond your tithe Bless and encourage others with your
cheerful generosity Enjoy giving in many ways (money, possessions,
time, energy, and love) to support ministries.

Rom. 12:8,
2 Cor. 6:8,
Luke 21:1-4

8. Healing

To restore
instantaneously

The gift of Healing is the divine enablement to function as an instrument

of God for spiritual, emotional, and physical healing.
Does this describe you? When you pray others are miraculously healed
God is glorified when people are healed You have seen people delivered
from spiritual, physical, emotional or mental bondage instantaneously.

1 Cor. 12:9,
28, 30, Acts
3:1-16,
Mark 2:112

9. Helps

To take the
place of
someone

The gift of Helps is the divine enablement to accomplish the practical and
necessary tasks which free-up, support, and meet the needs of others.
Does this describe you? Like short-term projects Not comfortable in
the limelight Enjoy working behind the scenes to promote the growth of
a ministry.

1 Cor.
12:28,
Rom. 12:7,
Acts 6:1-4,
Rom. 16:12

10. Interpretation

To translate,
interpret

The gift of Interpretation is the divine enablement to make known to the

Body of Christ the message of one who is speaking in tongues.
Does this describe you? Can decipher messages from God even though
spoken in another language unknown to you.

1 Cor.
12:10,
14:5,
14:26-28

11. Knowledge

To know

The gift of Knowledge is the divine enablement to discover, accumulate,

analyze, and effectively apply information or revelation/biblical insight to
special needs in the Body of Christ.
Does this describe you? Enjoy studying Gods Word deeply; especially
doctrine Stronger emphasis on thought-life.

1 Cor 12:8,
Mark 2:6-8,
John 1:4550

12. Leadership

To stand
before

The gift of Leadership is the divine enablement to cast vision, motivate,

and direct people to harmoniously accomplish the purposes of God.
Does this describe you? Good at motivating others for service to the Lord
Willing to accept responsibility See the BIG picture You can delegate,
but also know when not to Enjoy being in charge of a ministry rather
than behind the scenes Others tend to seek you out for direction and are
interested in your views.

Rom. 12:8,
Heb. 13:17,
Luke 22:2526

13. Mercy

To have
compassion

The gift of Mercy is the divine enablement to sense the emotional needs
of others and translate that compassion into cheerful and practical help to
alleviate the suffering of those in need.
Does this describe you? Sensitive Compassion that transcends human
sympathy and normal Christian concern Patient/tolerant Tend to
befriend those who are needy, undeserving, abandoned, or undesirable
Perhaps too personally involved in others pain and problems Run more
on feelings that facts Assume the best in peoples motives.

Rom. 12:8,
Mat. 5:7,
Mark
10:46-52,
Luke 10:2537

14. Miracles

To do
powerful
deeds

The gift of Miracles is the divine enablement to serve as a human

intermediary through whom God effects powerful acts which change the
normal course of nature in order to authenticate the message of the Good
News and bring glory to God.
Does this describe you? When you pray the natural course of events are
altered and God is glorified When you pray and God performs miracles,
people believe because they see the power of God.

1 Cor.
12:10, 2829, John
2:1-11,
Luke 5:1-11

Spiritual Gift

Literal
Meaning

Description

References

15. Prophecy

To speak
before

The gift of Prophecy is the divine enablement to reveal truth and proclaim
it in a timely and relevant manner for understanding, correction,
repentance, or edification. There may be immediate or future
implications.
Does this describe you? Generally see things in black and white
Understand the mysteries of God A lot of time is spent alone with God in
prayer Have definite opinions about the Christian life based on
communication with God Speak the truth of God from God in order to
enlighten a situation A unique ability to discern Gods plan Evaluate
the spiritual conditions of your time.

Rom. 12:6,
1 Cor.
12:10, 28,
13:2, 2
Peter 1:1921

16. Service

To serve

The gift of Service is the divine enablement to perform practical tasks,

faithfully behind the scenes and in practical ways, which directly bless and
minister to others' physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Does this describe you? Motivated by meeting the needs of others
Often more concerned with practical needs than spiritual needs Do not
emphasize verbally witnessing for Jesus Christ instead witnessing by
actions Answer quickly to needs.

Ecclesiaste
s 4:10, Acts
18:27, Acts
9:36

17. Shepherding

To shepherd
a flock

The gift of Shepherding is the divine enablement to nurture, care for, and
guide people toward ongoing spiritual maturity.
Does this describe you? Feelings of protection and care for others in their
Christian walk Especially relational in small, personal groups Enjoy
helping others grow and mature in the Lord Others look to you as a
strong example of a follower of Christ Enjoy providing spiritual
leadership and nurturing those around you through Gods Word.

Eph. 4:1112, 1 Peter

5:1-4, John
10:1-18

18. Teaching

To instruct

The gift of Teaching is the divine enablement to clearly understand,

present, explain, and apply the word of God effecting greater Christlikeness in the lives of listeners.
Does this describe you? Enjoy seeing people grow in Gods Word Enjoy
the study and practical application of Gods Word Have an ability to
explain biblical truths clearly Look at Biblical passages in relation to their
context Interested in accuracy of words and their meaning Investigate
sources of knowledge.

Rom. 12:7,
1 Cor.
12:28-29,
Acts 18:2428, 2 Tim.
2:2

19. Tongues
(Spiritual
Language)

Tongue,
language

The gift of Tongues (spiritual language) is the divine enablement to speak,

worship, or pray in a language unknown to the speaker. People with the
gift may receive a spontaneous message from God, which is made known
to His whole Body through the gift of interpretation.
Does this describe you? At times can break language barriers to share the
Word of God without knowing the language being spoken.

1 Cor.
12:10, 2830, 13:1,
14:1-33,
Acts 2:1-11

20. Wisdom

To apply
truth
practically

The gift of Wisdom is the divine enablement to apply spiritual truth

effectively to meet a need in a specific situation.
Does this describe you? See clearly consequences of behavior Others
come to you for advice Enjoy practical application of Scripture See
clearly when and how to apply Gods truth effectively Emphasize
understanding Gods will Strong grasp of various worldviews and how
they affect/inform peoples perception of the Truth Can easily discern
non-Biblical insights Ability to bring forth from Gods wisdom the current
application in life.

1 Cor. 12:8,
James
3:13-18, 1
Cor. 2:3-14