Spiritual Gifts Spotlight II

In order to be sure we finish all of the spiritual gifts before Holy Week., there is a second spotlight this week. Again, if you need more information or would like to purchase the book, please contact the church office or e-mail becca.

We'll also be looking at the "Gifts of the Feet." The body of Christ needs feet, too. It is the feet that take the word of God out of our sanctuaries and classrooms and into the world beyond the Church walls. These are the gifts that are often neglected or left un-nurtured and yet without these gifts, the word of God goes nowhere! The gifts of the feet are: Prophecy, Apostleship, and Evangelism.

Characteristics of Prophecy:

• Will not compromise the truth even when labeled as stubborn or hard headed.


• Tells others about God’s vision for the world or for the Church.


• Enjoys showing others how the Bible might speak to their current situation.


• Is a gifted public speaker.


• Does not mind speaking the truth even at the risk of confronting those in places of Authority.


• Often feels that God speaks through them.


• Is able to offer insight and perspective on current situations and offer ideas.

Characteristics of Apostleship:

• Can often speak or understand multiple languages.


• Can easily adapt to different lifestyles.


• Feels called to do something outside the walls of the church.


• Feels called to take the Gospel to an un-churched area.


• Is not afraid of new or foreign places.


• Is comfortable serving as a "messenger".


• Gets excited about learning about a new culture or group of people.


• Is comfortable sharing their personal faith with other people.


• Extends the hand of friendship to many others.

Characteristics of Evangelism:

• Likes inviting people to Church.


• Loves to share the Gospel with others.


• Will often make a public "witness" of what God has done for them.


• Can often be found in small groups sharing about the Gospel or about the Church itself.


• Is comfortable asking other people about their faith and encouraging them to have a faith life.


• Offers a relationship with God as a "gift" for others.


• Is happy to teach, lead, or work in groups of "non-believers".