Gifts Test

A couple of things before you proceed with the test.

  1. Mercy Commons acknowledges the nuances* associated with the subject of Spiritual Gifts, as there is a wide spectrum of respected views on this topic. We are aware that our categories extend beyond the traditional gifts list.*

  2. Please note that these results will be more of an estimate (or even a guesstimate) than a final and conclusive report! This is merely a tool to start you on a journey and it certainly should not have the last word! In fact, our longer list is not even complete (we excluded martyrdom… you’re welcome:)

  3. The point here is that Jesus’ church is a body in which every member should lovingly** play its part. So, what part will you play? ***

* Some gifts are clearly SUPERNATURAL (such as miracles or healing) while other gifts may seem more like a NATURAL ABILITY to do something which can be leveraged for spiritual good (like hospitality or craftsmanship). Still, other gifts may be more like a SKILL ACQUIRED over time or through study (administration perhaps) while others sound like a PERSONALITY TRAIT (like encouragement). Lastly, certain gifts are actual OFFICES (a specific role with responsibilities) that some people hold within the church.

It’s also worth mentioning that several of them are DISCIPLINES which all Christians should be doing regardless of whether it’s their gift or not (prayer, serving, giving and evangelism to name a few). The difference being that ‘a gift’ would likely be characterized by a kind of ‘ease’, often accompanied by ‘higher than usual’ levels of joy when exercised.

** 1 Corinthians 13 teaches that even the greatest gifts are rendered null and void when exercised without love!

*** Get perspective from those around you on whether they agree with the results or not (your life group, leaders, friends and family). Pray and ask God for more opportunities where you can use these gifts and strengths.

Assessment Tool

Read each statement and record your initial reaction. Do not overthink this – in general, your first response is the best. This (gift assessment) should take you no longer than 15 minutes to complete (the results are ‘live’ at the bottom of the page - DO NOT LEAVE THE PAGE IF YOU ARE BUSY TAKING IT, PROGRESS WILL BE LOST).

1. I like organizing events.

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2. I prefer to pioneer new ministry projects.

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3. I readily identify with Paul's desire to remain single as he was so that I can serve as he did.

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4. I enjoy using my artistic talents to make things that bring glory to God.

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5. I can tell when someone is insincere.

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6. I have spoken words of hope that God confirmed in others by the Holy Spirit.

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7. I am drawn to non-believers because of my desire to lead them to Christ.

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8. I have urged others to seek Biblical solutions to their affliction or suffering.

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9. I am totally convinced God will fulfill his word even if I can't see it yet.

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10. I can give sacrificially because I know that God will meet my needs.

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11. When I pray for the sick, either they or I feel sensations of tingling or warmth.

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12. When I serve the Lord, I really don't care who gets the credit.

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13. My home is always open to whomever God brings to us.

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14. I find myself praying when I possibly should be doing other things.

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15. I have had insights of spiritual truth that others have said helped bring them closer to God.

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16. Others are willing to follow my guidance to accomplish tasks for our church.

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17. I feel great compassion for the problems of others.

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18. I believe that God can miraculously alter circumstances.

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19. I have the ability to dance, sing or play an instrument to some degree of proficiency.

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20. I have a heart to help Christians who have lost their way.

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21. I choose to live a simple lifestyle so I will have more time and money to devote to God's service.

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22. I sometimes have a strong sense of what God wants to say to people in response to particular situations.

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23. Studying the Bible and sharing my insights with others is very satisfying for me.

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24. I have interpreted tongues so as to help others worship God without confusion.

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25. Sometimes when I pray, it seems as if the Spirit steps in and prays in words I cannot understand.

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26. I have felt an unusual presence of God and personal confidence when important decisions needed to be made.

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27. Sometimes, I express my love for God by writing poems, songs, prayers, or devotionals.

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28. I am passionate about managing details.

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29. The thought of beginning a new church in a new community is exciting to me.

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30. I am glad I have more time to serve in the church because I am single.

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31. I like to make gifts for others that will point them to Jesus.

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32. I can sense whether a person is moved by the Holy Spirit, an evil spirit, or by their own flesh.

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33. It is a joy to speak uplifting words to people who are discouraged.

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34. I have led / helped lead others to believe the Gospel and become followers of Christ.

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35. I can challenge others without making them feel condemned.

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36. My hope in God, against all odds, is inspiring to others.

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37. God has used me to meet someone's financial or material need.

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38. I enjoy praying for sick people because I know that many of them will be healed as a result.

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39. The Spirit sometimes leads me to do a simple thing for someone that touches him or her deeply.

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40. I enjoy greeting and welcoming people to our church or our home.

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41. When I hear a prayer request, I pray for that need for several days at least.

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42. Through study or experience I sometimes discern strategies which God often uses in furthering His kingdom.

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43. I am able to delegate tasks to others to accomplish God's work.

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44. I have a desire to work with those who have physical or mental problems to alleviate their suffering.

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45. Others can point to specific instances where my prayers have resulted in the seemingly impossible to happen.

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46. Singing, dancing to, or playing songs for or about God is personally satisfying.

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47. God has shown fruit in my life in the effective discipling of other believers.

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48. My desire for spiritual riches always outweighs my desire for money or material possessions.

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49. Sometimes I have a burning desire to speak God's word even if I know it will not be well received.

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50. People have told me that I have helped them learn Biblical truths.

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51. Sometimes when a person speaks in tongues, I get an idea about what God is saying.

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52. I can speak to God in a language I have never learned.

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53. Sometimes God gives me an insight into the proper course of action others should take.

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54. I am able to take complex spiritual matters and write them down in a way that others can understand more easily.

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55. People sometimes look to me for guidance in coordination & organization.

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56. I am attracted to initiatives that help or start new churches.

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57. I am single and have little difficulty controlling my sexual desires.

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58. I am able to show the glory of God's creation through my art.

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59. I can pinpoint issues or problems before others see them.

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60. I have verbally given confidence to the wavering, the troubled, or the discouraged.

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61. I seem able to determine when the Spirit has prepared a person to receive Jesus Christ.

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62. People will take correction from me because they know I am on their side.

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63. I am ready to try the impossible because I have a great trust in God.

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64. I have strongly sensed the Spirit leading me to give money to a specific person or cause.

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65. Sometimes I have a strong sense that God wants to heal someone through my prayers or words.

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66. I would rather work in secret than have my work be recognized publicly.

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67. I try to make everyone feel welcome and comfortable at events.

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68. Praying for others is one of my favourite ways to spend my time.

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69. I sometimes find I know things that I have never learned, which are confirmed by mature believers.

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70. It is a thrill to inspire others to greater involvement in church work.

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71. I enjoy visitations at hospitals, prisons and retirement homes, and feel I do well in those contexts.

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72. The Holy Spirit leads me to pray for impossible things that really come true.

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73. People have told me they were moved spiritually by my singing, dancing, or playing music.

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74. I feel a responsibility to help protect vulnerable Christians from harmful influences.

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75. A big house, a fancy car, or a large bank account are NOT important to me.

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76. People have told me that I have communicated timely messages that must have come directly from the Lord.

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77. I devote considerable time to learning new Biblical truths in order to communicate them to others.

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78. When others have prayed in tongues, I felt that I understood the meaning of their prayer.

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79. Praying in tongues has been meaningful to me in my personal prayer life.

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80. When a person has a problem I can frequently guide him or her to the best Biblical solution.

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81. People say they have been touched spiritually by things I have written.

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82. Creating a task list is easy and enjoyable for me.

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83. God has given me a position of authority over a number of groups of Christians.

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84. I am single and feel indifferent toward being married.

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85. I feel compelled to use my hands to craft things that show the beauty of God's creation.

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86. I sense when situations are spiritually unhealthy.

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87. People who are feeling perplexed sometimes come to me for comfort.

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88. I am better at ministering to non-believers than to believers.

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89. It is enjoyable to motivate people to a higher spiritual commitment.

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90. I have believed God for the impossible and seen it happen in a tangible way.

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91. I strive to find ways to give to others without calling attention to myself.

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92. I have prayed for others and physical healing has actually occurred.

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93. If someone is facing a serious crisis, I enjoy the opportunity to help them.

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94. I enjoy and appreciate it when people drop in unexpectedly.

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95. Others have told me that my prayers for them have been answered in tangible ways.

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96. God has given me words to say in situations with others that surprised even me.

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97. I can motivate others to obey Christ by the living testimony of my life.

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98. Sometimes I am overcome with emotion for the person I am praying for.

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99. People have told me that I was God's instrument to bring supernatural change in lives or circumstances.

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100. I enjoy using my musical talents to sing, dance to, or play music for ministry much more so than for fun or finances.

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101. I feel a call from God to be the spiritual leader of a group of Christians.

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102. I am NOT jealous of those who have more material possessions than I do.

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103. Through God I have revealed specific things that will happen in the future.

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104. I feel I can communicate Biblical truths to others and see resulting changes in knowledge, values, or conduct.

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105. When I hear others speak in tongues, I am compelled to explain the meaning.

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106. I am often compelled to pray in tongues publicly, expecting it to be interpreted.

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107. People with spiritual problems seem to come to me for advice and counsel.

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108. I sometimes prefer to write down my thoughts about God rather than speaking them out loud.

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