Spiritual Gifts Survey – 2023

DIRECTIONS
This is not a test, so there are no wrong answers. The Spiritual Gifts Survey consists of 80 statements. Some items reflect concrete actions; other items are descriptive traits; and still others are statements of belief.
• Select the one response you feel best characterizes yourself and place that number in the blank provided. Record your answer in the blank beside each item.
• Do not spend too much time on any one item. Remember, it is not a test. Usually your immediate response is best.
• Please give an answer for each item. Do not skip any items.
• Do not ask others how they are answering or how they think you should answer.
• Work at your own pace.

Your response choices are:
5 – Highly characteristic of me/definitely true for me
4 – Most of the time this would describe me/be true for me
3 – Frequently characteristic of me/true for me–about 50 percent of the time
2 – Occasionally characteristic of me/true for me–about 25 percent of the time
1 – Not at all characteristic of me/definitely untrue for me

Name *

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1. I have the ability to organize ideas, resources, time, and people effectively *

• 5
• 4
• 3
• 2
• 1

2. I am willing to study and prepare for the task of teaching. *

• 5
• 4
• 3
• 2
• 1

3. I am able to relate the truths of God to specific situations. *

• 5
• 4
• 3
• 2
• 1

4. I have a God-given ability to help others grow in their faith *

• 5
• 4
• 3
• 2
• 1

5. I possess a special ability to communicate the truth of salvation *

• 5
• 4
• 3
• 2
• 1

6. I have the ability to make critical decisions when necessary *

• 5
• 4
• 3
• 2
• 1

7. I am sensitive to the hurts of people. *

• 5
• 4
• 3
• 2
• 1

8. I experience joy in meeting needs through sharing possessions. *

• 5
• 4
• 3
• 2
• 1

9. I enjoy studying. *

• 5
• 4
• 3
• 2
• 1

10. I have delivered God’s message of warning and judgment. *

• 5
• 4
• 3
• 2
• 1

11. I am able to sense the true motivation of persons and movements *

• 5
• 4
• 3
• 2
• 1

12. I have a special ability to trust God in difficult situations. *

• 5
• 4
• 3
• 2
• 1

13. I have a strong desire to contribute to the establishment of new churches. *

• 5
• 4
• 3
• 2
• 1

14. I take action to meet physical and practical needs rather than merely talking about or planning to help *

• 5
• 4
• 3
• 2
• 1

15. I enjoy entertaining guests in my home. *

• 5
• 4
• 3
• 2
• 1

16. I can adapt my guidance to fit the maturity of those working with me. *

• 5
• 4
• 3
• 2
• 1

17. I can delegate and assign meaningful work. *

• 5
• 4
• 3
• 2
• 1

18. I have an ability and desire to teach. *

• 5
• 4
• 3
• 2
• 1

19. I am usually able to analyze a situation correctly. *

• 5
• 4
• 3
• 2
• 1

20. I have a natural tendency to encourage others. *

• 5
• 4
• 3
• 2
• 1

21. I am willing to take the initiative in helping other Christians grow in their faith. *

• 5
• 4
• 3
• 2
• 1

22. I have an acute awareness of the emotions of other people, such as loneliness, pain, fear, and anger. *

• 5
• 4
• 3
• 2
• 1

23. I am a cheerful giver. *

• 5
• 4
• 3
• 2
• 1

24. I spend time digging into facts. *

• 5
• 4
• 3
• 2
• 1

25. I feel that I have a message from God to deliver to others. *

• 5
• 4
• 3
• 2
• 1

26. I can recognize when a person is genuine/honest. *

• 5
• 4
• 3
• 2
• 1

27. I am a person of vision (a clear mental portrait of a preferable future given by God). I am able to communicate vision in such a way that others commit to making the vision a reality. *

• 5
• 4
• 3
• 2
• 1

28. I am willing to yield to God’s will rather than question and waver. *

• 5
• 4
• 3
• 2
• 1

29. I would like to be more active in getting the gospel to people in other lands. *

• 5
• 4
• 3
• 2
• 1

30. It makes me happy to do things for people in need. *

• 5
• 4
• 3
• 2
• 1

31. I am successful in getting a group to do its work joyfully. *

• 5
• 4
• 3
• 2
• 1

32. I am able to make strangers feel at ease. *

• 5
• 4
• 3
• 2
• 1

33. I have the ability to plan learning approaches. *

• 5
• 4
• 3
• 2
• 1

34. I can identify those who need encouragement. *

• 5
• 4
• 3
• 2
• 1

35. I have trained Christians to be more obedient disciples of Christ. *

• 5
• 4
• 3
• 2
• 1

36. I am willing to do whatever it takes to see others come to Christ. *

• 5
• 4
• 3
• 2
• 1

37. I am attracted to people who are hurting. *

• 5
• 4
• 3
• 2
• 1

38. I am a generous giver. *

• 5
• 4
• 3
• 2
• 1

39. I am able to discover new truths. *

• 5
• 4
• 3
• 2
• 1

40. I have spiritual insights from Scripture concerning issues and people that compel me to speak out. *

• 5
• 4
• 3
• 2
• 1

41. I can sense when a person is acting in accord with God’s will. *

• 5
• 4
• 3
• 2
• 1

42. I can trust in God even when things look dark. *

• 5
• 4
• 3
• 2
• 1

43. I can determine where God wants a group to go and help it get there. *

• 5
• 4
• 3
• 2
• 1

44. I have a strong desire to take the gospel to places where it has never been heard. *

• 5
• 4
• 3
• 2
• 1

45. I enjoy reaching out to new people in my church and community. *

• 5
• 4
• 3
• 2
• 1

46. I am sensitive to the needs of people. *

• 5
• 4
• 3
• 2
• 1

47. I have been able to make effective and efficient plans for accomplishing the goals of a group. *

• 5
• 4
• 3
• 2
• 1

48. I often am consulted when fellow Christians are struggling to make difficult decisions. *

• 5
• 4
• 3
• 2
• 1

49. I think about how I can comfort and encourage others in my congregation. *

• 5
• 4
• 3
• 2
• 1

50. I am able to give spiritual direction to others. *

• 5
• 4
• 3
• 2
• 1

51. I am able to present the gospel to lost persons in such a way that they accept the Lord and His salvation. *

• 5
• 4
• 3
• 2
• 1

52. I possess an unusual capacity to understand the feelings of those in distress. *

• 5
• 4
• 3
• 2
• 1

53. I have a strong sense of stewardship based on the recognition that God owns all things. *

• 5
• 4
• 3
• 2
• 1

54. I have delivered to other persons messages that have come directly from God. *

• 5
• 4
• 3
• 2
• 1

55. I can sense when a person is acting under God’s leadership. *

• 5
• 4
• 3
• 2
• 1

56. I try to be in God’s will continually and be available for His use. *

• 5
• 4
• 3
• 2
• 1

57. I feel that I should take the gospel to people who have different beliefs from me. *

• 5
• 4
• 3
• 2
• 1

58. I have an acute awareness of the physical needs of others. *

• 5
• 4
• 3
• 2
• 1

59. I am skilled in setting forth positive and precise steps of action. *

• 5
• 4
• 3
• 2
• 1

60. I like to meet visitors at church and make them feel welcome. *

• 5
• 4
• 3
• 2
• 1

61. I explain Scripture in such a way that others understand it. *

• 5
• 4
• 3
• 2
• 1

62. I can usually see spiritual solutions to problems. *

• 5
• 4
• 3
• 2
• 1

63. I welcome opportunities to help people who need comfort, consolation, encouragement, and counseling. *

• 5
• 4
• 3
• 2
• 1

64. I feel at ease in sharing Christ with nonbelievers. *

• 5
• 4
• 3
• 2
• 1

65. I can influence others to perform to their highest God-given potential. *

• 5
• 4
• 3
• 2
• 1

66. I recognize the signs of stress and distress in others. *

• 5
• 4
• 3
• 2
• 1

67. I desire to give generously and unpretentiously to worthwhile projects and ministries. *

• 5
• 4
• 3
• 2
• 1

68. I can organize facts into meaningful relationships *

• 5
• 4
• 3
• 2
• 1

69. God gives me messages to deliver to His people. *

• 5
• 4
• 3
• 2
• 1

70. I am able to sense whether people are being honest when they tell of their religious experiences. *

• 5
• 4
• 3
• 2
• 1

71. I enjoy presenting the gospel to persons of other cultures and backgrounds. *

• 5
• 4
• 3
• 2
• 1

72. I enjoy doing little things that help people. *

• 5
• 4
• 3
• 2
• 1

73. I can give a clear, uncomplicated presentation. *

• 5
• 4
• 3
• 2
• 1

74. I have been able to apply biblical truth to the specific needs of my church. *

• 5
• 4
• 3
• 2
• 1

75. God has used me to encourage others to live Christlike lives. *

• 5
• 4
• 3
• 2
• 1

76. I have sensed the need to help other people become more effective in their ministries. *

• 5
• 4
• 3
• 2
• 1

77. I like to talk about Jesus to those who do not know Him. *

• 5
• 4
• 3
• 2
• 1

78. I have the ability to make strangers feel comfortable in my home. *

• 5
• 4
• 3
• 2
• 1

79. I have a wide range of study resources and know how to secure information. *

• 5
• 4
• 3
• 2
• 1

80. I feel assured that a situation will change for the glory of God even when the situation seem impossible. *

• 5
• 4
• 3
• 2
• 1

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