Spiritual Gifts

Every person is gifted by God. Spiritual gifts are innate - inborn orientations that transcend skills or abilities. When we understand our spiritual gifts, we understand that certain aspects of our lives are natural, normal, and easy. No one has to work hard to use his or her gifts, though each and every gift can be developed and strengthened.

For most of us, a handful of gifts will be evident at any point in our lives. In different situations, at various phases of our lives, new gifts may emerge as others recede. Spiritual gifts are from God, and God’s spirit blows where it wills - what is strong in us today, may become secondary tomorrow. What remains constant is that we are gifted by God to use our gifts for the common good.

The Spiritual Gifts Inventory helps individuals identify their God-given gifts for living faithfully as Christian disciples day by day and to find meaningful ways to use their gifts in connection with others through the community of faith. The process helps people understand the nature of spiritual gifts and ways to enhance the effectiveness of their gifts by linking together with others. After taking the Spiritual Gifts inventory, please consider how God is calling you to offer your gifts in service. You can get connected by sharing your spiritual gifts with the pastors in person or by email (RChristenson@asburymethodist.org).