Administration – literally to pilot of steer a ship

Acts 6:1-7“But as the believers rapidly multiplied, there were rumblings of discontent. The Greek-speaking believers complained about the Hebrew-speaking believers, saying that their widows were being discriminated against in the daily distribution of food.So the Twelve called a meeting of all the believers. They said, “We apostles should spend our time teaching the word of God, not running a food program. And so, brothers, select seven men who are well respected and are full of the Spirit and wisdom. We will give them this responsibility. Then we apostles can spend our time in prayer and teaching the word.”Everyone liked this idea, and they chose the following: Stephen (a man full of faith and the Holy Spirit), Philip, Procorus, Nicanor, Timon, Parmenas, and Nicolas of Antioch (an earlier convert to the Jewish faith). These seven were presented to the apostles, who prayed for them as they laid their hands on them.So God’s message continued to spread. The number of believers greatly increased in Jerusalem, and many of the Jewish priests were converted, too

1 Corinthians 12-28Exodus 18:13-26

Definition: The divine enablement to understand what makes an organization function and the special ability to plan and execute procedures to accomplish the goals of the ministry.

Passion: To organize and move forward

Actions: Strategize on how to get to where we need to go. Create order out of organizational chaos. Organize people, tasks or events.

Reaction: Others feel prepared, organized, and onboard

TRAITS: Thorough – Objective – Responsible – Organized – Goal oriented – Efficient – Conscientious

DISTINCTIVES: Develop strategies or plans to reach identified goals Assist ministries to become more effective and efficient

Create order out of organizational chaos Manage or coordinate a variety of responsibilities to accomplish a task Organize people, tasks or events

Apostleship – to be sent with a message

Ephesians 4:12 “To prepare God’s people for works of service, so that the body of Christ may be built up.”

1 Corinthians 12: 28 “And in the church God has appointed first of all apostles, second prophets, third teachers, then workers of miracles, also those having gifts of healing, those able to help others, those with gifts of administration, and those speaking in different kinds of tongues.”

Romans 1:5 Acts 13:2-3

Definition: the divine enablement to start and oversee the development of new churches or ministry structures.

Passion: to pioneer and establish new ministries or churches Some of you here in this room have ideas for ministries, and have a

heart for facilitating things in other believer’s lives. This is the heart of an apostle, to establish works for the honor and glory of God.

Actions: adapt to different surroundings by being culturally sensitive.

Reaction: Others feel challenged, stretched and stirred.

TRAITS: Adventurous – Entrepreneurial – Persevering – Adaptable – Culturally Sensitive – Risk taking – Cause driven

DISTINCTIVES: Pioneer and establish new ministries or churches Adapt to different surroundings by being culturally sensitive and

aware

Desire to minister to unreached people in other communities or countries

Have responsibilities to oversee ministries or groups of churches Demonstrate authority and vision for the mission of the church

Discernment – to separate or make a distinction

1 John 4:1-6“Dear friends, do not believe everyone who claims to speak by the Spirit. You must test them to see if the spirit they have comes from God. For there are many false prophets in the world. This is how we know if they have the Spirit of God: If a person claiming to be a prophet acknowledges that Jesus Christ came in a real body, that person has the Spirit of God. But if someone claims to be a prophet and does not acknowledge the truth about Jesus, that person is not from God. Such a person has the spirit of the Antichrist, which you heard is coming into the world and indeed is already here.”“But you belong to God, my dear children. You have already won a victory over those people, because the Spirit who lives in you is greater than the spirit who lives in the world. Those people belong to this world, so they speak from the world’s viewpoint, and the world listens to them. But we belong to God, and those who know God listen to us. If they do not belong to God, they do not listen to us. That is how we know if someone has the Spirit of truth or the spirit of deception.”

1 Corinthians 12:10Acts 5:1-4- Annanias and Saphira (Peter had the gift of discernementMatthew 16:21-23- Jesus tells Peter Get behind me Satan. (Human point of view)

Definition: The divine enablement to distinguish between truth and error, to determine if spiritual influences are at hand, differentiating between good and evil, right and wrong.

Passion: to protect

Actions: Distinguish truth from error. Recognize inconsistencies in a teaching or conversations. Ask penetrating questions.

Reaction: Others feel understood and protected from harm.

TRAITS: - Perceptive – Insightful – Sensitive – Intuitive – Decisive – Challenging – TruthfulDISTINCTIVES:

Distinguish truth from error, right from wrong – pure motives from impure

Identify deception in others with accuracy and appropriateness Determine whether a word is attributed to God is authentic Recognize inconsistencies in a teaching, prophetic message or

interpretation Are able to sense the presence of evil

Encouragement – to come alongside of

Romans 12:8 “If it is encouraging, let him encourage;”

Acts 11:22-24“When the church at Jerusalem heard what had happened, they sent Barnabas to Antioch. When he arrived and saw this evidence of God’s blessing, he was filled with joy, and he encouraged the believers to stay true to the Lord. Barnabas was a good man, full of the Holy Spirit and strong in faith. And many people were brought to the Lord.” Acts 15:30-32

Definition:  the divine enablement to present truth so as to strengthen, comfort or urge to action those who are discouraged or wavering in their faith.

Passion: to give courage

Actions: supportive words, acts of love and service.

Reaction: Others feel recharged and more hopeful.

TRAITS: - Positive – Motivating – Challenging – Affirming – Reassuring – Supportive – TrustworthyDISTINCTIVES:

Come to the side of those who are discouraged to strength and reassure them

Challenge, comfort or confront otheres to trust and hope in the promises of God

Urge others to action by applying Biblical truth Motivate others to grow Emphasize God’s promises and have confidence in his will

Evangelism – to bring good news/10% but we have the responsibility

Ephesians 4:11“Now these are the gifts Christ gave to the church: the apostles, the prophets, the evangelists, and the pastors and teachers.”

Acts 8:26-40 As for Philip, an angel of the Lord said to him, “Go south down the desert road that runs from Jerusalem to Gaza.”  So he started out, and he met the treasurer of Ethiopia, a eunuch of great authority under the Kandake, the queen of Ethiopia. The eunuch had gone to Jerusalem to worship, and he was now returning. Seated in his carriage, he was reading aloud from the book of the prophet Isaiah. The Holy Spirit said to Philip, “Go over and walk along beside the carriage.” Philip ran over and heard the man reading from the prophet Isaiah. Philip asked, “Do you understand what you are reading?”  The man replied, “How can I, unless someone instructs me?” And he urged Philip to come up into the carriage and sit with him. The passage of Scripture he had been reading was this: “He was led like a sheep to the slaughter. And as a lamb is silent before the shearers, he did not open his mouth.  He was humiliated and received no justice.Who can speak of his descendants? For his life was taken from the earth.”  The eunuch asked Philip, “Tell me, was the prophet talking about himself or someone else?”  So beginning with this same Scripture, Philip told him the Good News about Jesus.  As they rode along, they came to some water, and the eunuch said, “Look! There’s some water! Why can’t I be baptized?” He ordered the carriage to stop, and they went down into the water, and Philip baptized him.  When they came up out of the water, the Spirit of the Lord snatched Philip away. The eunuch never saw him again but went on his way rejoicing.  Meanwhile, Philip found himself farther north at the town of Azotus. He preached the Good News there and in every town along the way until he came to Caesarea.”

Luke 19:1-10

Definition: The divine enablement to effectively communicate the gospel to unbelievers so they respond in faith and move toward discipleship.Passion: to change livesActions: building relationships with un-believers. Sharing their faith boldly, communicate the message of Christ with clarity and conviction.Reaction: others feel ready to change their lives. Believers feel challenged to share their faith.TRAITS: Sincere/Serious – Candid – Respected – Influential – Spiritual – Confident – Commitment orientedDISTINCTIVES:

Communicate the message of Christ with clarity and conviction Seek out opportunities to talk to unbelievers about spiritual matters Challenge unbelievers to faith and to become fully devoted followers

of Jesus Adapt their presentation of the gospel to connect with the individual’s

needs See opportunities to build relations with unbelievers

Faith – to trust, have confidence, believe

Matthew 17:20 (Promise of Faith) “You don’t have enough faith,” Jesus told them. “I tell you the truth, if you had faith even as small as a mustard seed, you could say to this mountain, ‘Move from here to there,’ and it would move. Nothing would be impossible.”

Romans 4:18-21(Father Abraham:  Example of Faith)“Even when there was no reason for hope, Abraham kept hoping—believing that he would become the father of many nations. For God had said to him, “That’s how many descendants you will have!” And Abraham’s faith did not weaken, even though, at about 100 years of age, he figured his body was as good as dead—and so was Sarah’s womb. Abraham never wavered in believing God’s promise. In fact, his faith grew stronger, and in this he brought glory to God. He was fully convinced that God is able to do whatever he promises.”

Hebrews 11:1

Faith is the confidence that what we hope for will actually happen; it gives us assurance about things we cannot see.

Luke 8:43-48Hebrews 11:6

Definition: The divine enablement to act on God’s promises with confidence and unwavering belief in God’s ability to fulfill His purposes.

Passion: To trust God.

Actions: Trusting God in daring ways; believe the promises of God and inspire others to do the same.

Reaction: Others feel inspired and are challenged to stretch their faith.

TRAITS: Prayerful – Optimistic – Trusting – Assured – Positive – Inspiring – HopefulDISTINCTIVES:

Believe the promises of God and inspire others to do the same Act in complete confidence of God’s ability to overcome obstacles Demonstrate an attitude of trust in God’s will and his promises Advance the cause of Christ because they go forward when others will

not Ask God for what is needed and trust him for his provision

Giving – to give part of, share

Romans 12:8“If your gift is to encourage others, be encouraging. If it is giving, give generously. If God has given you leadership ability, take the responsibility seriously. And if you have a gift for showing kindness to others, do it gladly.”

Luke 21:1-4“While Jesus was in the Temple, he watched the rich people dropping their gifts in the collection box. Then a poor widow came by and dropped in two small coins.

“I tell you the truth,” Jesus said, “this poor widow has given more than all the rest of them. For they have given a tiny part of their surplus, but she, poor as she is, has given everything she has.”

Acts 4:32-35“All the believers were united in heart and mind. And they felt that what they owned was not their own, so they shared everything they had. The apostles testified powerfully to the resurrection of the Lord Jesus, and God’s great blessing was upon them all. There were no needy people among them, because those who owned land or houses would sell them and bring the money to the apostles to give to those in need.”

Definition: The divine enablement to contribute money and resources to the work of the Lord with cheerfulness and liberality

Passion: To meet the needs of others; to resource God’s work.

Actions: Freely give of themselves and their own possessions to meet the needs of the work of God. NOT JUST FROM THEIR SURPLUS!!

Reaction: Others feel grateful and blessed.

TRAITS: Stewardship Oriented – Responsible – Resourceful – Charitable – Trusts in God – DisciplinedDISTINCTIVES

Manage their finances and limit their lifestyle in order to give as much of their resources as possible

Support the work of ministry with sacrificial gifts to advance the kingdom

Meet tangible needs that enable spiritual growth to occur Provide resources – generously and cheerfully – trusting God for his

provision May have a special ability to make money so that they may use it to

further God’s work

Healing – to restore instantaneously

1 Corinthians 12:9

“The same Spirit gives great faith to another, and to someone else the one Spirit gives the gift of healing.”

Mark 2:1-12“When Jesus returned to Capernaum several days later, the news spread quickly that he was back home. Soon the house where he was staying was so packed with visitors that there was no more room, even outside the door. While he was preaching God’s word to them, four men arrived carrying a paralyzed man on a mat. They couldn’t bring him to Jesus because of the crowd, so they dug a hole through the roof above his head. Then they lowered the man on his mat, right down in front of Jesus. Seeing their faith, Jesus said to the paralyzed man, “My child, your sins are forgiven.”But some of the teachers of religious law who were sitting there thought to themselves, “What is he saying? This is blasphemy! Only God can forgive sins!”Jesus knew immediately what they were thinking, so he asked them, “Why do you question this in your hearts? Is it easier to say to the paralyzed man ‘Your sins are forgiven,’ or ‘Stand up, pick up your mat, and walk’? So I will prove to you that the Son of Man has the authority on earth to forgive sins.” Then Jesus turned to the paralyzed man and said, “Stand up, pick up your mat, and go home!” And the man jumped up, grabbed his mat, and walked out through the stunned onlookers. They were all amazed and praised God, exclaiming, “We’ve never seen anything like this before!”

Definition: The divine enablement to be God’s means for restoring people to wholeness.

Passion: To see God glorified and communicate Biblical truth.

Actions: Demonstrate the power of God; bring restoration to the sick; authenticate a message from God through healingTRAITS: Compassionate – Trusts in God – Prayerful – full of faith – humble – responsive – obedientDISTINCTIVES:

Demonstrate the power of God Bring restoration to the sick and diseased Authenticate a message from God through healing Use healing as an opportunity to communicate biblical truth and to see

God glorified

Pray, touch or speak words that miraculously bring healing to one’s body

Helps – to take the place of someone

Luke 10:38-42 (Martha:  Example of a person with Helps)“As Jesus and the disciples continued on their way to Jerusalem, they came to a certain village where a woman named Martha welcomed him into her home. Her sister, Mary, sat at the Lord’s feet, listening to what he taught. But Martha was distracted by the big dinner she was preparing. She came to Jesus and said, “Lord, doesn’t it seem unfair to you that my sister just sits here while I do all the work? Tell her to come and help me.”But the Lord said to her, “My dear Martha, you are worried and upset over all these details! There is only one thing worth being concerned about. Mary has discovered it, and it will not be taken away from her.”       Romans 16: 1-2 (Phoebe:  Example of a person with Helps:)“I commend to you our sister Phoebe, who is a deacon in the church in Cenchrea. Welcome her in the Lord as one who is worthy of honor among God’s people. Help her in whatever she needs, for she has been helpful to many, and especially to me.”

Definition: The divine enablement to accomplish practical and necessary tasks which free up, support, and meet the needs of others.

Passion: to serve

Actions: Serve behind the scenes wherever needed to support the gifts and ministries of others.

Reaction: people feel served, helped, cared for, and freed up.

TRAITS: Available – willing – helpful – reliable – loyal – dependable – whatever it takes attitudeDISTINCTIVES:

Serve behind the scenes wherever needed to support the gifts and ministries of others

Seek tangible and practical things to be done and enjoy doing them

Sense God’s purpose and pleasure in meeting everyday responsibilities

Attach spiritual value to practical service Enjoy knowing that they are freeing up others to do what God has

called them to do

Hospitality – to help strangers

Romans 12:9-13 Don’t just pretend to love others. Really love them. Hate what is wrong. Hold tightly to what is good. Love each other with genuine affection,and take delight in honoring each other.  Never be lazy, but work hard and serve the Lord enthusiastically.  Rejoice in our confident hope. Be patient in trouble, and keep on praying. When God’s people are in need, be ready to help them. Always be eager to practice hospitality.

Heb. 13:1-21 Peter 4:9-10

Definition: The divine enablement to care for people by providing fellowship, food, and shelter.

Passion: to include others

Actions: Provide an environment where people feel valued and cared for – they bring food, introduce people to one-another - open their homes to make you feel welcome.

Reaction: people feel included, comfortable, welcome and relaxed. Laura does this so naturally. For a while I thought it was just to get on

someone’s good side, but I have seen over and over that her hospitality has brought healing, and acceptance, and encouragement. It has given her a voice in the lives of many.

TRAITS: Friendly – Gracious – inviting – trusting – caring – responsive – warm

DISTINCTIVES:

Provide an environment where people feel valued and cared for Meet new people and help them to feel welcomed Create a safe and comfortable setting where relationships can develop Seek ways to reconnect people together into meaningful relationships Set people at ease in unfamiliar surroundings

Intercession – to plead on behalf of someone - intercede

Isaiah 53:4-5Yet it was our weaknesses he carried; it was our sorrows that weighed him down.And we thought his troubles were a punishment from God, a punishment for his own sins!But he was pierced for our rebellion, crushed for our sins.

Romans 8:26-27; And the Holy Spirit helps us in our weakness. For example, we don’t know what God wants us to pray for. But the Holy Spirit prays for us with groanings that cannot be expressed in words.  And the Father who knows all hearts knows what the Spirit is saying, for the Spirit pleads for us believers in harmony with God’s own will.

John 17:9-26; I Timothy 2:1-2; Colossians 1:9-12

Definition: The divine enablement to consistently pray on behalf of and for others, and seeing frequent and specific results.

Passion: to know the heart of God and his will.

Actions: Feel compelled to earnestly pray on behalf of someone; they spend lots of time praying for others needs and looks for where God is moving.

Reaction: Others feel covered and spiritually cared for.

TRAITS: Advocate – Caring – sincere – Peacemaker – Trustworthy – Burden bearer – spiritually sensitiveDISTINCTIVES

Feel compelled to earnestly pray on behalf of someone or some cause Have a daily awareness of the spiritual battles being waged and pray Are convinced God moves in direct response to prayer Pray in response to the leading of the spirit – whether they understand

it or not Exercise authority and power for the protection of others and the

equipping of them to serve

Interpretation of Tongues – to translate interpret

1 Corinthians 14:15“Well then, what shall I do? I will pray in the spirit, and I will also pray in words I understand. I will sing in the spirit, and I will also sing in words I understand.”

Definition: The divine enablement to make known to the body of Christ the message of one who is speaking in tongues.

Actions: Respond to a message spoken in tongues by giving an interpretation.

TRAITS: Worshipful – responsive – devoted – responsible – spiritually intimate – sensitive – faithful

DISTINCTIVES Respond to the message spoken in tongues by giving an interpretation Glorify God and demonstrate his power through this miraculous

manifestation Edify the body by interpreting a timely message from God Understand an unlearned language and communicate that message to

the body of Christ Are sometimes prophetic when exercising an interpretation of tongues

for the church.

Leadership – to stand before

Romans 12:8 If your gift is to encourage others, be encouraging. If it is giving, give generously. If God has given you leadership ability, take the responsibility seriously. And if you have a gift for showing kindness to others, do it gladly.

Hebrews 13:17Luke 22:25-26

Definition: The divine enablements to cast vision, motivate, and direct people to harmoniously accomplish the purposes of God.

Passion: To influence others

Actions: Model the vision so others can see it; provide direction for God’s people or ministry; present the BIG picture for others to see; models the values of the ministry.

Reaction: Others feel influenced to action

TRAITS: Influential – diligent – visionary trustworthy persuasive – motivating – goal setter

DISTINCTIVES Provide direction for God’s people or ministry Motivate others to perform to the best of their abilities Present the “big picture” for others to see Model the values of the ministry Take responsibility and establish goals

Mercy – to have compassion

Romans 12:8 …if it is showing mercy, let him do it cheerfully.

Matthew 5:7God blesses those who are merciful, for they will be shown mercy.

Micah 6:8No, O people, the Lord has told you what is good,and this is what he requires of you:to do what is right, to love mercy,and to walk humbly with your God.

Definition: The divine enablement to cheerfully and practically help those who are suffering or are in need; compassion moved to action.

Passion: to comfort

Actions: Express love, grace and dignity to those facing hardships and crisis; bring attention to the hurting. Crying, hugging, and connecting with people in need.

Reaction: Others feel loved and comforted in times of need.

TRAITS: Empathetic – caring – responsive – kind – compassionate – sensitive – burden bearingDISTINCTIVES

Focus upon alleviating the sources of pain and discomfort in suffering people

Address the needs of the lonely and forgotten Extend, love grace and dignity to those facing hardships and crisis Serve in difficult or unsightly circumstances and do so cheerfully Concern themselves with individual or social issues that oppress

people.

Miracles – to do powerful deeds

1 Corinthians 12:10, 28He gives one person the power to perform miracles, and another the ability to prophesy. He gives someone else the ability to discern whether a message is from the Spirit of God or from another spirit. Still another person is given

the ability to speak in unknown languages, while another is given the ability to interpret what is being said.

John 2:1-11Luke 5:1-11

Definition: The divine enablement to authenticate the ministry and message of God through supernatural interventions which glorify God.

Actions: Speak God’s truth and have it authenticated by an accompanying miracle; express confidence in God’s faithfulness and abilities.

Story of being stung in Borneo and having Peli pray and being healed

TRAITS: Bold – Venturesome – Authoritative – God-fearing – Convincing – Prayerful - Responsive

DISTINCTIVES Speak God’s truth and have it authenticated by an accompanying

miracle Express confidence in God’s faithfulness and ability to manifest his

presence Bring the ministry and message of Jesus Christ with power Claim to be the source of the miracle and glorify him Represent Christ and through the miracle, point people to a

relationship with Christ.

Prophecy – to speak before

Romans 12: 6 We have different gifts, according to the grace given us. If a man’s gift is prophesying, let him use it in proportion to his faith. If it is serving, let him serve; if it is teaching, let him teach; if it is encouraging, let him encourage; if it is contributing to the needs of others, let him give generously; if it is leadership, let him govern diligently; if it is showing mercy, let him do it cheerfully.

1 Peter 1:20

Above all, you must understand that no prophecy of Scripture came about by the prophet’s own interpretation.  For prophecy never had its origin in the will of man, but men spoke from God as they were carried along by the Holy Spirit.

I Corinthians 12:10, 28, & 13:22 Peter 1:19-21

Definition: The divine enablement to reveal truth and proclaim it in a timely and relevant matter for understanding, correction, or edification. There may be immediate or future implications.

Passion: to communicate for change.

Actions: Expose sin or deception in others for the purpose of reconciliation; speak a timely word from God causing conviction, repentance and edification.

Reaction: Others search for truth, and a desire to be inline with God.

TRAITS: Discerning – compelling – uncompromising – outspoken – authoritative – convicting – confronting

DISTINCTIVES Expose sin or deception in others for the purpose of reconciliation Speak a timely word from God causing conviction – repentance and

edification See truth that other’s often fail to see and challenge them to respond Warn of God’s immediate or future judgment if there is no repentance Understand God’s heart and mind through experiences he takes them

through

Shepherding – to shepherd a flock

1 Peter 5:2-4

To tend the flock of God that is in your charge, exercising the oversight, not under compulsion but willingly, as God would have you do it —not for sordid gain but eagerly. Do not lord it over those in your charge, but be examples to the flock. And when the chief shepherd appears, you will win the crown of glory that never fades away

John 10:11“I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd sacrifices his life for the sheep.”

Definition: The divine enablement to nurture, care for, and guide people toward on-going spiritual maturity and becoming like Christ.

Passion: to nurture

Actions: Connects with people on a regular basis to care and encourage them; challenge people to move toward Christ; model with their life.

Reaction: people feel care about, developed, and restored.

TRAITS: Influencing – Nurturing – Guiding – Discipling – Protective – supportive – Relational

DISTINCTIVES Take responsibility to nurture the whole person in their walk with God Provide guidance and oversight to a group of God’s people Model with their life what it means to be a fully devoted follower of

Jesus Establish trust, loyalty and confidence through long-term relationships Lead and protect those within their span of care.

Teaching – to instruct

Romans 12:7If your gift is serving others, serve them well. If you are a teacher, teach well.

1 Corinthians 12:28Here are some of the parts God has appointed for the church:first are apostles,second are prophets,third are teachers,then those who do miracles,those who have the gift of healing,those who can help others,those who have the gift of leadership,those who speak in unknown languages.

Acts 18:24-282 Timothy 2:2

Definition: The divine enablement to understand, clearly explain, and apply the Word of God causing greater Christ likeness in the lives of listeners.

Passion: to clearly communicate God’s Word

Actions: Communicates Biblical truth that inspires greater obedience to the Bible; helps make difficult things understandable; makes things memorable.

Reaction: Others feel they understand more deeply and can retain.

TRAITS: Disciplined – Perceptive – Teachable – Authoritative – Practical – Analytical – Articulate

DISTINCTIVES Communicate Biblical truth that inspires greater obedience to the

Word Challenge listeners simply and practically with the truths of Scripture Present the whole counsel of God for maximum life-change Give attention to detail and accuracy Prepare through extended times of study and reflection

Tongues - language

1 Corinthians 14:13-15 So anyone who speaks in tongues should pray also for the ability to interpret what has been said.  For if I pray in tongues, my spirit is praying, but I don’t understand what I am saying. Well then, what shall I do? I will pray in the spirit, and I will also pray in words I understand. I will sing in the spirit, and I will also sing in words I understand

Definition: The divine enablement to speak, worship or pray in a language unknown to the speaker.

Prayer Language (1 Corinthians 14:13-15) Proclamation/prophecy (1 Cor. 14:26) Practical communication Acts 2

Actions: Express with an interpretation a word by the Spirit which edifies the body; communicates a message given by God for the church.

TRAITS: Worshipful – Prayerful – Responsive – Trusting – Devoted – Spontaneous – Receptive

DISTINCTIVE Express with an interpretation a word by the Spirit which edifies the

church Communicate a message given by God for the church Speak in a language they have never learned or do not understand Worship the Lord with unknown words too deep for the mind to

comprehend Experience and intimacy with God which inspires them to serve and

edify others

Word of Knowledge – to know

1 Corinthians 12:8 To one there is given through the Spirit the message of wisdom, to another the message of knowledge by means of the same Spirit,

Mark 2:6-8;

John 1:45-50

Definition: The divine enablement to bring truth to the body through revelation or Biblical insight.

Passion: To be precise

Actions: Receive truth that enables them to better serve the body; searches the scriptures for insight; gain knowledge which at times was not attained by natural means.

Reaction: Others feel confident and convinced.

TRAITS: Inquisitive – Responsive – Observant – Insightful – Reflective – Truthful – Spiritually sensitive

DISTINCTIVE Receive truth which enables them to better serve the body Search the Scriptures for insight, understanding and truth Have an unusual insight or understanding that serves the church (My

experience here) Organize information for teaching and practical use Gain knowledge which was not attained by natural observation or

means

Word of Wisdom – to apply truth practically

1 Corinthians 2:1-13When I first came to you, dear brothers and sisters, I didn’t use lofty words and impressive wisdom to tell you God’s secret plan. For I decided that while I was with you I would forget everything except Jesus Christ, the one who was crucified.  I came to you in weakness—timid and trembling.  And my message and my preaching were very plain. Rather than using clever and persuasive speeches, I relied only on the power of the Holy Spirit.  I did this so you would trust not in human wisdom but in the power of God.Yet when I am among mature believers, I do speak with words of wisdom, but not the kind of wisdom that belongs to this world or to the rulers of this world, who are soon forgotten. No, the wisdom we speak of is the mystery of

God—his plan that was previously hidden, even though he made it for our ultimate glory before the world began. But the rulers of this world have not understood it; if they had, they would not have crucified our glorious Lord. That is what the Scriptures mean when they say,“No eye has seen, no ear has heard, and no mind has imagined what God has prepared for those who love him.”But it was to us that God revealed these things by his Spirit. For his Spirit searches out everything and shows us God’s deep secrets. No one can know a person’s thoughts except that person’s own spirit and no one can know God’s thoughts except God’s own Spirit. And we have received God’s Spirit (not the world’s spirit), so we can know the wonderful things God has freely given us.

Definition: The divine enablement to apply spiritual truth effectively to meet a need in a specific situation.

Passion: to be practical, and to apply scripture in an applicable way.

Actions: Listen and counsel well; practically apply Biblical truth; provide divinely given solutions in the midst of conflict and confusion.

Reaction: Others feel ready to decide and apply truth. TRAITS: Sensible – Insightful – Practical – Wise – Fair – Experienced – Common SenseDISTINCTIVES

Focus on the unseen consequences in determining the next steps to take

Receive an understanding of what is necessary to meet the needs of the body of Christ

Provide divinely given solutions in the midst of conflict and confusion Hear the Spirit provide direction for God’s best in a given situation Apply Spiritual truth in specific and practical ways