Are you looking for a place to serve but not sure where to start? A great starting point is to pray. Ask God to direct your discovery process. Then begin to think about how God has wired you , what you love to do, and what people/ministry you feel called to serve.

At the point when you accept Jesus Christ as your Savior, the Holy Spirit gives you at least one gift. We call these Spiritual Gifts. These gifts are given to each believer to equip them to do the tasks that God has for them to do. Think of these as the tools, the equipment you need to serve.

So... what are the next steps? First, complete the following inventory. Don't labor over the task, simply select the one that seems to most closely apply. Your choices are Agree (A), Somewhat Agree (SA), Somewhat Disagree (SD), and Disagree (D). After completing the inventory, you will receive a list of your gifts along with the definitions and scripture references for your top three gifts.

Once you receive your inventory results, pray about how God wants you to use your gifts combined with where you feel compelled to serve. For example, the gift of helps can be demonstrated in anything from setting up the gym for Upward Basketball, rocking babies in the nursery, to cooking and delivering casseroles for families in crisis. Read over your inventory results and definitions asking God which ministry area he is calling you to serve using your unique set of gifts and passions. Enjoy the discovery!

Question A SA SD D
1. People would say I am an organized person.
2. I enjoy telling other people about Jesus.
3. I am a good judge of character.
4. I feel a deep concern to reach the unchurched in our community.
5. I tend to look for solutions rather than point out problems.
6. Even in tough times I know God is with me.
7. I view my tithe as my starting point for giving.
8. I enjoy praying with people who are suffering from illness.
9. I like to do routine tasks like filing, typing, phone calling or cleaning.
10. I like to cook for large groups of people.
11. I keep a list of people and things I pray for.
12. I can sense when another person is hurting.
13. God has used me to make the impossible possible.
14. I love to sing praises to God with other people or when I am alone.
15. I am able to "shoot straight" with people even on difficult subjects.
16. I enjoy leading a small group Bible study.
17. I enjoy preparing and leading a Bible study class.
18. God has used me to communicate in a language unknown to me.
19. I have the ability to clarify difficult issues.
20. I have the ability to organize and work in harmony with other people.
ASASDD
21. I regularly share my faith with neighbors and friends.
22. I have a good sense of right and wrong.
23. I enjoy talking with non-believers about Jesus.
24. People tell me I am a positive person.
25. My faith causes others to believe.
26. I am willing to sacrifice to help meet the needs of others.
27. When I hear someone is sick, my first thought is to pray for them.
28. I would rather work behind the scenes than be recognized publicly.
30. I enjoy entertaining guests in my home.
30. I enjoy spending long periods of time in prayer.
31. I feel called to visit when someone is sick or has lost a loved one.
32. God uses me to work miracles for the glory of His kingdom.
33. People tell me I have the gift of music.
34. I speak up for Christian principles even when I know people will disagree with me.
35. I have been a spiritual mentor to someone in the past.
36. People tell me I am a good teacher.
37. I have spoken in tongues.
38. I have the ability to grasp difficult portions of God's Word.
39. I enjoy making difficult decisions.
40. People come to me with questions about spiritual matters.
ASASDD
41. My first impressions are usually correct.
42. I regularly tell people what Jesus has done in my life.
43. I have the ability to motivate others.
44. People often comment about my strong faith.
45. I enjoy giving without expecting anything in return.
46. I have seen my prayers heal someone.
47. I notice small details and enjoy taking care of them.
48. I go out of my way to introduce myself to someone new.
49. I believe prayer changes things.
50. People tell me I am sympathetic and caring.
51. People say my prayers have miraculous effects.
52. I have enjoyed being in school or church musical productions.
53. When it comes to my faith, I will not compromise.
54. People tell me I am a caring and nurturing person.
55. I enjoy digging into a Scripture passage and learning all about it.
56. During intense times of worship I find myself using a different language to communicate.
57. I can relate the Bible to everyday living.
58. I complete tasks in a timely manner.
59. A passion in my life is leading other people to Christ.
60. People say I have good spiritual judgment.
ASASDD
61. I am able to communicate the gospel in a way others understand it.
62. People come to me with their problems.
63. I usually look at the positive rather than the negative.
64. People tell me I am a generous person.
65. People have told me I have the gift of healing.
66. I like to be called to carry out emergency tasks and see them as challenging.
67. I often have guests over for dinner.
68. I have a regular time during the day when I pray.
69. I have a burden for those that are neglected.
70. God has worked spectacular miracles in my life.
71. I consider music my primary spiritual gift.
72. I have felt God's anointing when I speak in public.
73. I like to invest my time in the lives of other people.
74. I have the ability to prepare and present information to a group of people.
75. When someone has spoken in tongues, I felt I understood what they were saying.
76. I can usually find practical solutions to difficult problems.
77. I can communicate goals in a manner that others understand them.
78. I have the ability to proclaim God's Word without being offensive.
79. The Holy Spirit prompts me in determining right and wrong.
80. I believe that sharing the gospel is the greatest responsibility given to Christians.
ASASDD
81. I can correct people without making them feel condemned.
82. My trust in God gets me through tough times.
83. I believe my money is God's money.
84. People seek me out to pray for their loved ones who are sick.
85. I have a knack for seeing things that are out of place and take time to fix them.
86. I like meeting new people.
87. People ask me to pray for them.
88. I feel comfortable talking with people experiencing hardship.
89. I have seen God alter circumstances when I pray.
90. I don't feel nervous performing music in public.
91. People tell me I am a bold person.
92. I like to assist people with their spiritual problems.
93. I usually have good insights.
94. I can usually sense when someone speaking in tongues is being led by the Spirit.
95. People tell me I have a good understanding of the Bible.
96. People look to me for guidance and leadership.
97. When I invite people to church or Bible study they usually come at least once.
98. I look for the motives of people rather than their outward actions.
99. I have led someone to a point where they have accepted Jesus as their Savior.
100. I often look for ways to brighten other people's days.
ASASDD
101. I know God will help people if they take the time to pray.
102. When I see a need, I am inclined to give.
103. I believe praying for other people is essential to their well-being.
104. People would call me a "helpful" person.
105. I tend to notice people who are sitting or standing alone.
106. Prayer is an important part of the day.
107. I hug people who are not part of my immediate family.
108. I am an instrument that God uses for His purposes.
109. I feel secure in my musical ability.
110. I like to proclaim God's Word so people will receive Christ and change their way of living.
111. I enjoy the responsibility of being the leader of a group.
112. I am generally a good communicator.
113. I have interpreted tongues during a worship service.
114. I have the ability to see different sides of the same issue.