Characteristics:
1) Gives freely of money, possessions, time, energy, and love.
2) Loves to give without others knowing about it.
3) Wants to feel a part of the ministries which are contributed toward.
4) Intercedes for needs and salvation of souls.
5) Feels delighted when his gift is an answer to specific prayer.
6) Wants gifts to be of high quality or craftsmanship.
7) Gives only by the leading of the Holy Spirit.
8) Gives to support and bless others or to advance a ministry.
9) Views hospitality as an opportunity to give.
10) Handles finances with wisdom and frugality.
11) Quickly volunteers to help where a need is seen.
12) Seeks confirmation on the amount to give.
13) Has strong belief in giving a set percentage of income and in giving in addition to that amount.
14) Focuses on sharing the Gospel.
15) Believes that God is the source of all supply.
16) Is very industrious with tendency toward success. (Is usually successful as a business leader.)
17) Has a natural and effective business ability.
18) Likes to get the best value for the money spent. (Shops for the lowest price on a specific item.)
19) Is definitely not gullible. (There's no fooling this person! Doesn't fall for any tricks or misdirection.)
20) Possesses both natural and God-given wisdom. (This person is blessed with above-average common sense and with wisdom that comes from God.)
Total for gift:_____
Typical problem areas of the gift of Giving:
1) May try to control how contributions are used.
2) Tends to pressure others to give.
3) May upset family and friends with unpredictable patterns of giving.
4) Tends to spoil own children or relatives.
5) May use financial giving as a way to get out of other responsibilities. (Like with taxes and other obligations.)
Total for problem areas:_____
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Finding Your Spiritual Gifts
Non-FictionEvery Christian is a member of the Body of Christ, which is His Church. Scripture tells us that the Holy Spirit gives each person special and specific gifts that are meant to be used together with other members of the person's local Church gathering...
