WELCOME TO THE PROCESS!!
These assessment tools are designed to help you in the process of self discovery. They are relatively simple but can have a huge impact on your life. They are meant to help you clarify how God has uniquely wired you, but that is only the starting point. Remember they are only as good as the application of your SHAPE into your life and ministry. When you are done, enter your results on the last page.
WHAT IS S.H.A.P.E.?
Spiritual Gifts
A special capacity for service given by God to every believer for the benefit of His Church, the Body of Christ
Heart
A God-given desire that invigorates and motivates you to meaningful ministry involvement for God’s kingdom.
Abilities
Talents and skills given by God to every human being for His glory (whether people love Him or not) that demonstrate His common grace to everyone.
Personal Style
Your natural and energized approach to life and relationships.
Experiences
Events and situations in your life that God has used to mold you into who you are.
SPIRITUAL GIFTS INVENTORY
Directions:
1. Read the traits for each spiritual gift and check every phrase that you think fits you.
2. Count the checked boxes in each category and record the total in the accompanying blank.
3. Choose your top three gifts and record on the last page.
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Gifts
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Traits or Descriptions
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Totals
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Administration
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Can delegate responsibilities
Organizes effectively
Enjoys completing projects
Enjoys planning
Successfully sets and achieves goals and objectives
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____ of 5
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Craftsmanship
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Takes pleasure in drawing, designing, or building
Finds joy in painting or creating handcrafted objects
Experiences fulfillment working with hands
Enjoys time spent in creating beauty
Finds satisfaction in repairing and maintaining things
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____ of 5
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Evangelism
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Enjoys talking to others about how God has helped them.
Has compassion for those who do not have a relationship with God
Has invited someone to church with them
Takes satisfaction from sharing the Gospel message with others
Finds a certain pleasure in making new friends and sharing the love of Christ with them
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___ of 5
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Exhortation/
Wisdom
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Speaks words of encouragement to others easily
Enjoys helping others through difficult or complicated problems
Is a calming presence
A good counselor of others feeling perplexed or guilty
Regularly helps others through difficulty by offering Biblical solutions which bring comfort or direction.
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___ of 5
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Giving
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Conscientiously manages money well in order to be able to give liberally to the Lord's work
Consistently contributes to the Lord's work out of gratitude for what God has done
Feels deeply moved by urgent financial needs
Has a sharing spirit
Finds a certain pleasure in using financial resources to help others.
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___ of 5
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Hospitality
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Has a welcoming spirit for newcomers
Enjoys hosting guests
Making visitors and guests feel comfortable and a part of things
Willingly opens home to guests or strangers even when it is not convenient
Takes initiative in welcoming strangers, newcomers, visitors
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___ of 5
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Intercession
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Prays faithfully for the needs of others
Prays for others when could be doing other things
Feels secure in the knowledge that prayers continually work for good in own life and the lives of others
Knows that praying for others will bring tangible results
Regards prayer as a favorite spiritual exercise.
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___ of 5
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Knowledge
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Has insight/intuition into the character of people
Others come to you for insight or knowledge
Acquires and masters new facts and principles which aid others in their growth and stability
Enjoys reading and studying to learn more about Biblical truth
Distinguishes key Biblical truths and facts that benefit self and others.
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___ of 5
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Leadership
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Enjoys encouraging other people to accomplish preset goals and objectives
Shows success in leading other people toward accomplishing specific tasks
Others follow example
Leads small or large groups of people in decision-making processes
Positively motivates others to accomplish a task.
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___ of 5
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Mercy
Mercy
(con’t)
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Works joyfully with people who need practical assistance
Talks cheerfully and compassionately with the elderly and shut-ins
Can just be with people who are hurting
Joyfully works with others who can do little if anything in
response
Enjoys doing things to comfort people during sickness or times of trouble.
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___ of 5
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Music
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Joyfully sings praises to God either alone or with other people
Gives others pleasure by playing a musical instrument effectively
Finds much pleasure in the routine practice of singing
Knows that singing has been a spiritual encouragement to others
Is spiritually uplifted by singing or playing an instrument
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___ of 5
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Serving
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Enjoys being called on to do special jobs
Enjoys routine work at church that would seemingly bore other people
Experiences satisfaction in doing menial tasks for the glory of God
Is content to take orders rather than give them
Gladly responds when others express a need for help.
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___ of 5
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Shepherding
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Gives trusted and caring advice
Provides guidance and oversight to a group of God’s people
Models with their life what it means to be a devoted follower of Jesus
Establishes trust and confidence through long-term relationships
Leads and protects those within their span of care.
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___ of 5
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Teaching
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Enjoys helping other people learn Biblical facts and principles which aid in the building up of their lives
Finds joy in sharing with children or adults knowledge about learning and applying God's word
Sees the faith of others' strengthened by teaching about Christ
Enjoys presenting and discussing Biblical truths with others
Freely and effectively shares the love of Christ with children and/or adults in an effective and meaningful manner.
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___ of 5
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Writing
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Enjoys formulating thoughts and ideas into effective written form
Feels secure in the fact that words written will be of benefit to those who read them
Composes or arranges articles in an efficient meaningful style
Finds much pleasure in composing and writing paragraphs and stories for the edification of others
Has the ability and desire to communicate in writing what God is doing through the church
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Rank the order your top three gifts from the Spiritual Gifts Inventory.
1. __________________________ 2. __________________________ 3. _________________________
List your top 3 GIFTS on back page
HEART PASSION ASSESSMENT
1. If lack of money and time could not stop you, what would be some things that you would want to do in service to God and others?
A.
B.
C.
2. Have you seen someone doing something in service to the Lord and others that caused emotion to well up within you? What are some of those things?
3. Describe one of you most fulfilling and enjoyable achievements. What did you do? What encouragement DID YOU GET FROM OTHERS? How did you feel while doing it?
4. Think of a famous person or a person that you know well. Write their name down and what one of their passions are: (Example: Billy Graham-reaching people for Christ, Mother Teresa-serving the poor, someone in your family/church)
5. What do you think some of your family or friends would say about you if you began following a passion in your heart to serve?
God had a purpose in giving you your inborn interests. In fact, your emotional heartbeat reveals a very important key to understanding God’s design and intention for your life. These heartbeats are described as passions in three different areas –Roles, People and Causes.
HEART PASSION FOR A ROLE
WHAT DO YOU LIKE DOING?
Checkmark the roles you find fulfilling. If none apply to you or you think of another one, write it down on the “other” line at the end of the assessment.
I LOVE TO…….
DESIGN/DEVELOP: I love to make something out of nothing. I enjoy getting something started from scratch.
PIONEER: I love to test and try out new things. I am not afraid to risk failure.
ORGANIZE: I love to bring order out of chaos. I enjoy organizing something that is already started.
OPERATE/MAINTAIN: I love to efficiently maintain something that is already organized.
SERVE/HELP: I love to assist others in their responsibility. I enjoy helping others succeed.
ACQUIRE/POSSESS: I love to shop, collect or obtain things. I enjoy getting the highest quality for the best price.
EXCEL: I love to be the best and make my team the best. I enjoy setting and attaining the highest standard.
INFLUENCE: I love to get people moving by sharing my ideas or experiences. I enjoy shaping the attitudes and behavior of others.
PERFORM: I don’t mind being on stage and receiving the attention of others. I enjoy being in the limelight.
IMPROVE: I love to make things better. I enjoy taking something that someone else has designed or started and improve it.
REPAIR: I love to fix what is broken or change what is out of date.
LEAD/BE IN CHARGE: I am energized when I lead the way, oversee and supervise.
PERSEVERE: I love to see things to completion. I enjoy persisting at something until it is finished.
FOLLOW THE RULES: I love to operate by policies and procedures. I enjoy meeting the expectations of an organization or boss.
PREVAIL: I love to fight for what is right and oppose what is wrong. I enjoy overcoming injustice.
OTHER:_________________________________________________________________
TOP 3 Roles
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2.
3.
Please record your Top 3 ROLES on the back page.
HEART PASSION FOR SPECIFIC PEOPLE
WHOM DO YOU LIKE TO HELP?
Checkmark the following people on whom you feel you can have the greatest impact.
Infants/Babies
Couples
Young Marrieds
Middle School Students
Preschool children
Singles
Elementary Children
Toddlers
College/Career Age
Senior High Students
Older Adults 60+
Women
Single Parents
Men
Families
Widowed
Young Adults (Post-College-Early Career)
Newcomers
Other___________________
Top 3 People Groups:
1.___________________________2._________________________3.__________________________
Please record your Top 3 PEOPLE GROUPS on the back page.
HEART PASSION FOR A CAUSE
WHAT DO I GET EXCITED ABOUT?
Checkmark what cause(s) that get your adrenalin flowing.
At Risk Children
Helping in disaster recovery
Homelessness
Financial management
Health and/or fitness
Evangelism
Illness Support
Fellowship
Abuse/Violence
Cancer
Business
The Disabled
Education
Environment
The Hungry
Building/Repair
Veterans
Supporting Folks in Grief
Law & Justice
Mobilizing Volunteers
Music
Art
Parenting
Prayer
Race
Worship
Families/Marriage
Divorce Recovery
Technology
Missions
Drug and alcohol Recovery
Athletics
Ethics
Sexuality &/or Gender issues
Hospitality
Other_________________
Top 3 Causes
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2.
3.
Please record your top 3 CAUSES on back page.
ABILITIES ASSESSMENT
WHAT GOD-GIVEN ABILITIES HAVE SURFACED THROUGHOUT YOUR LIFE?
Checkmark the abilities that apply to you:
Artistic ability: conceptualize, draw, paint, photograph, etc.
Athletic ability: coach or participate in a sport
Classifying ability: systematize and file books, data, records, and materials
Cooking ability: prepare meals for large and small groups
Counseling ability: listen, encourage, and guide with sensitivity
Counting ability: work with numbers, data or money
Decorating ability: beautify a setting for a special event
Developing ability: improve, tinker, make better, modify
Editing ability: proofread or rewrite
Entertaining ability: perform, act, dance, speak
Evaluating ability: analyze data and draw conclusions
Graphics ability: layout, design, create visual displays or banners
Hobby-related ability: work with hands in a certain activity
Interviewing ability: talking with people and discovering what people are like
Landscaping ability: gardening and work with plants
Leadership ability: ”head honcho”, coordinate, cast vision, direct, lead
Learning ability: observe, practice, research, study
Managing ability: supervise people to accomplish a task or event
Mechanical Operating ability: operate tools or machinery
Musical ability: sing or play a musical instrument
Organizational ability: bring order and organization to people and programs
Planning ability: strategize, design, and organize programs or events
Promoting ability: advertise or promote events and activities
Recruiting ability: enlist and motivate people to get involved
Repairing ability: fix, restore, maintain
Researching ability: read, gather information, collect data
Resourceful ability: search out and find resources at a lower cost
Sewing/Needlework ability: work with a needle and thread or with a sewing machine
Teaching ability: explain, train, demonstrate, tutor
Technical ability: operate or repair various equipment
Visualizing ability: conceptualize, picture, dream
Welcoming ability: convey warmth, develop rapport, making others feel welcome
Writing ability: write articles, papers, letters, books
Other: ___________________________________________________________
Top 3 Abilities
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2.
3.
Please record your top 3 Abilities on the back page.
PERSONAL STYLE ASSESSMENT
It is obvious that God does not use a cookie cutter to create people. He makes us all unique and that includes our own personal style. God loves variety and He made introverts and extroverts --- He made people who love routine and those who love variety --- He made some “thinkers” and some “feelers” and some “doers”. How did He make you?
Place a checkmark next to appropriate descriptions. Add them up and double for total in each of the four boxes. No score in any box can exceed 28 points.
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C
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CL
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TP
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A
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Takes charge
Determined
Assertive
Firm
Bold
Purposeful
Enterprising
Competitive
Decision Maker
Leader
Goal driven
Self-reliant
Enjoys challenges
Adventurous
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Takes risks
Visionary
Motivator
Energetic
Fun Loving
Likes variety
Very verbal
Promoter
Enjoys change
Creative
Group oriented
Mixes well
Avoids detail
Optimistic
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Loyal
Non-demanding
Even keel
Avoids conflict
Enjoys routine
Dislikes
pushiness
Good listener
Adaptable
Sympathetic
Thoughtful
Nurturing
Patient
Tolerant
Deep
relationships
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Deliberate
Controlled
Reserved
Predictable
Practical
Orderly
Factual
Discerning
Detailed
Analytical
Inquisitive
Precise
Persistent
Scheduled
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Total X2=_________
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Total X2=_________
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Total X2=_________
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Chart each of these totals from above onto the graph below. Also list Personal Style totals on back page.
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C = COACH
You will naturally. . . .
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CL = CHEERLEADER
You will naturally. . . .
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TP = TEAM PLAYER
You will naturally . . . .
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A = ANALYST
You will naturally. . . .
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• Gravitate to positions of leadership
• Be decisive and quick to make decisions
• Avoid chit-chat and want to “get to the point”
• Have the time
orientation of “let’s do it
now!”
• Love to overcome
obstacles and take on
challenges
• May not see the impact of your words or
criticisms on others
• Says, “Okay team, this is what we need to do!”
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• Make life fun!
• Love to talk to others
• Easily get excited and
Encouraged
• Enjoy groups and high
activity level
• Avoid details, close
accountability and
deadlines
• Have the future oriented time frame of “it’ll all work out!”
• Says, “Go team! We can do it!”
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• Want to go deep in your relationships
• Express tremendous
loyalty to those you love
• Listen attentively (and at length) to another’s
problems
• Be more sensitive to
needs of others than
other bents
• Carry emotional and
financial stability
• Prefer stability . . . even if it means peace at all costs.
• Says, “Remember that
we’re a team!”
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• Want to do things right
and by the book
• Strive for accuracy and quality, not quickness
• See a person’s past as a key to trusting them in the future
• Want clearly defined
tasks, limited risk, and
an open door environment for asking
questions of clarification
• Be very creative in
designing helpful
systems, if encouraged
and allowed to work at
your own pace
• Be so good at taking
things apart, you can
also take people apart
and become a strong
critic when wronged
• Says, “To be effective
this team needs to
follow the playbook!”
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EXPERIENCE ASSESSMENT
WORK EXPERIENCES
What jobs have you been most effective in and enjoyed the most? List them below
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LIFE EXPERIENCES
From what problems, hurts, pains or trials have you learned that you can in turn help others? Check all that apply to you.
List any WORK EXPERIENCES that you have had that could be used in God’s Kingdom:
List any LIFE EXPERIENCES that you have had that could be used in God’s Kingdom:
List any MINISTRY EXPERIENCES that you have had that could be used in God’s Kingdom:
