My God-Given Shape

Session One

Welcome To

Discover Your Design

Pleasant Valley Baptist Church

Our Goals For You

1. That you will discover and develop your God-given design (S.H.A.P.E.).

2. That you will commit to serving God and others through your church family.

3. That you will allow God to develop in you a Christ-like servant attitude that is reflected

in all you do (S.E.R.V.A.N.T.).

4. The two results of discovering the ministry you’ve been shaped for are:

• Fulfillment and Joy

The desired result of Discover Your Design is to help you find a meaningful and rewarding

place of service.

It was he (God) who gave...pastors and teachers to prepare God's people for works of

service, so the body of Christ may be built up…Ephesians 4:11-12 (NIV)

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It’s God’s Idea

S.H.A.P.E.

• S piritual gifts

If it is serving, let him serve; if it is teaching, let him teach; Romans 12:7 (NIV)

• H eart (Passion) For I resolved to know nothing while I was with you except Jesus Christ and him crucified.

1 Corinthians 2:2 (NIV)

After removing Saul, he made David their king. He testified concerning him: ‘I have found David son of

Jesse a man after my own heart; he will do everything I want him to do.’

Acts 13:22 (NIV)

• A bilities

There are different abilities to perform service… 1 Corinthians 12:6 (GNB)

• P ersonality

Then the apostles and elders, with the whole church, decided to choose some of their own men and send

them to Antioch with Paul and Barnabas. They chose Judas (called Barsabbas) and Silas, two men who

were leaders among the brothers. With them they sent the following letter: The apostles and elders, your

brothers, To the Gentile believers in Antioch, Syria and Cilicia: Greetings. We have heard that some went

out from us without our authorization and disturbed you, troubling your minds by what they said.

Acts 15:22-24 (NIV)

• E xperiences

God helps us in our troubles, so we are able to help others who have all kinds of troubles, using the

same help that we ourselves have received from God.

2 Corinthians 1:4 (GNB)

1 Corinthians 12:1 Now about spiritual gifts, brothers, I do not want you to be ignorant. (NIV)

Ephesians 4:11-12 He handed out gifts of apostle, prophet, evangelist, and pastor-teacher to train Chris-

tians in skilled servant work, working within Christ’s body, the church, until we’re all moving rhythmically

and easily with each other, efficient and graceful in response to God’s Son, fully mature adults, fully de-

veloped within and without, fully alive like Christ. (The Message)

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How Paul’s Ministry Was “Shaped”

Spiritual Gifts

And of this gospel I was appointed a preacher and an apostle and a

teacher. 2 Timothy 1:11 (RSV)

Heart

My constant ambition has been to preach the gospel where the name of

Christ was previously unknown, and to avoid building on another man’s

foundation. Romans 15:20 (Ph) Life is worth nothing unless I use it for doing the work assigned me by the

Lord Jesus… Acts 20:2 (LB)

Ability

…Paul went to see them, and stayed and worked with them, because he

earned his living by making tents, just as they did. He debated in the syna-

gogues every Sabbath, trying to convince both Jews and Gentiles.

Acts 18:2b-4 (GN)

Personality

For you have heard of my past…I persecuted the church with fanatical

zeal…and did my best to destroy it…I was ahead of most of my contem-

poraries in the Jewish religion, and had a boundless enthusiasm…

Galatians 1:13-14 (Ph)

Experiences

Spiritual

Painful

Education

Ministry

Watching Stephen be stoned (Acts 8:1), Conversion on the Damascus

Road (Acts 9:1-20), Three years maturing in Arabia (Galatians 1:18), Special

vision from God (2 Corinthians 12:2-7) I have…been in prison more frequently, been flogged more severely, and

been exposed to death again and again. Five times I received from the

Jews the forty lashes minus one. Three times I was beaten with rods, once I

was shipwrecked…I have been in danger from rivers…bandits…the sea…

false brothers…I have known hunger and thirst and have often gone with-

out food; I have been cold and naked.

2 Corinthians 11:23-27 (NIV) I received my training at the feet of Gamaliel, and I was schooled in the

strictest observance of our fathers’ Law. Acts 22:3 (Ph) Read Book of Acts

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Spiritual Gifts

A spiritual gift is a special ability given by the Holy Spirit to every believer at his or her

conversion, to be used to minister to others and therefore build up the body of Christ.

What Are The Spiritual Gifts?

What Can We Say About Spiritual Gifts?

Now about spiritual gifts, I do not want you to be ignorant. 1 Corinthians 12:1 (NIV)

Scripture References:

1 Corinthians 12-14, Romans 12:1-8, Ephesians 4:1-16, 1 Peter 4:8-11

□ SG-Administration □ SG-Faith □ SG-Mercy

□ SG-Apostleship □ SG-Giving □ SG-Prophecy

□ SG-Discernment □ SG-Hospitality □ SG-Service/Helps

□ SG-Exhortation □ SG-Knowledge □ SG-Teaching

□ SG-Evangelism □ SG-Leadership □ SG-Wisdom

1. The Spirit gives a variety of gifts 1 Cor. 12:4-6

2. Gifts are given according to the Spirit’s will 1 Cor. 12:11

3. Each one receives a gift 1 Cor. 12:7

4. Not all receive the same gifts 1 Cor. 12:12-31

5. We are to develop our gifts 1 Tim. 4:14

6. We are to use our gifts according to the standard of faith Rom. 12:6-8

7. We are to use our gifts for the good of others and the glory of God 1 Peter 4:10-11

8. We are to use our gifts to build up the church 1 Cor. 14:1-5

9. Using our gifts confirms the message of the gospel Heb. 2:4

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Monitoring My Heartbeat

Discovering Your True Passion

The Bible uses the term “heart” to represent the center of your:

♦ Motivation, desires, and inclinations.

Delight yourself in the Lord and he will give you the desires of your heart.

Psalm 37:4 (NIV)

People of Passion—Characteristics:

Five passion principles that will help you know your true passion:

What drives you? What do my dreams and desires drift toward?

Who do you care about? Who do I feel I can most profoundly influence for God?

What needs will you meet? What are the top two needs I love meeting?

What cause will you help conquer? What cause or issue makes my heart race?

What dream will you fulfill? What pursuit would release the passion in my life for God?

If time and money were not an obstacle, this is what I would attempt for God�

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Applying My Abilities

There are different kinds of service. 1 Corinthians 12:5 (NIV)

I (God)…have given him skill, ability, and knowledge in all kinds of crafts… Exodus 31:3 (NIV)

One of the most common excuses people give for not getting involved in ministry is “I just

don’t have any abilities to offer.” Nothing could be further from the truth.

The key is ------matching your abilities with the right ministry.

FIVE MISCONCEPTIONS ABOUT ABILITIES

(Skills and Talents)

1. Myth: People aren’t born with skills. All skills must be learned by experience. This sim-

ply is not true. There are a number of skills which seem to be inborn or are developed

very early in infancy. When people say, “He just seems to have a natural talent for it,”

it’s probably true!

2. Myth: Those skills, which must be learned, are learned primarily in the classroom. Ac-

tually, some of your most basic skills were learned at home, “in the street,” or some-

where else outside the classroom.

3. Myth: If you have certain abilities, you will be very aware that you have them. Again,

this is not true. You are probably using a number of talents or skills that you are not

even aware of. You need some process of skill identification.

4. Myth: Skills that I use at work are only usable in that environment. I couldn’t use them

in ministry. Hopefully, by the end of this class, you’ll see the fallacy of this idea. Be

creative!

5. Myth: Most people only have a very few abilities. The truth is that many

national studies have proven that the average person possesses from five

hundred to seven hundred skills!

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Plugging In Your Personality

In the box below, write your name:

Now write your name with your opposite hand:

WHAT HAPPENED…

…when you tried to do something that was not natural to you?

The same things are true when we try to minister in areas that are not suited to our

personalities. God has wired your temperament in a unique way. This factor is very

important in matching you to the right ministry.

Personality Types

D Driver ______________________________________

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I Influencer ______________________________________

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S Steady ______________________________________

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C Compliant ______________________________________

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Experiences

Examining My Experiences

One of the most overlooked factors in determining the ministry God has for me is my past

experience, particularly the hurts and problems I’ve overcome with God’s help. Since

our greatest life messages come out of our weaknesses, not our strengths, we should pay

close attention to what we’ve learned in the “school of hard knocks.”

♦ What Educational experiences have I had?

Take hold of instruction; do not let go. Guard her, for she is your life. Proverbs 4:13

♦ What Ministry experiences have I had?

Because of the proof given by this ministry, they will glorify God for your obedience to your

confession of the gospel of Christ and for the liberality of your contribution to them and to

all. 2 Corinthians 9:13

♦ What Painful experiences have I had?

(God)…wonderfully comforts and strengthens us in our hardships and trials. And why does

he do this? So that when others are troubled, needing our sympathy and encourage-

ment, we can pass on to them the same help and comfort God has given us!

2 Corinthians 1:3-4 (LB)

♦ What Spiritual experiences have I had?

For though by this time you ought to be teachers, you have need again for someone to

teach you the elementary principles of the oracles of God, and you have come to need

milk and not solid food. For everyone who partakes only of milk is not accustomed to the

word of righteousness, for he is an infant. Hebrews 5:12-13

Your experiences are foundational to who you are. All of your past experiences are a

part of your SHAPE and God can use them if you will let Him.

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ASSIGNMENT SHEET

Session One

1) Complete the following:

♦ Spiritual gifts assessment

♦ Heart assessment

♦ Abilities assessment

♦ Personality assessment

♦ Experience Summary

All assessments are in the next section (orange pages)

2) Transfer the answers from your assessments to the Personal Profile (last assessment)

3) Read:

♦ 1 Corinthians 12-14

♦ Romans 12:1-8

♦ 1 Peter 4:8-11

♦ Ephesians 4:1-16

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SHAPE Assessments and

Personal Profile

Teacher notes:

Review SHAPE

Fill out Personality Profile-SHAPE Portion

Use one person as example

Review Spiritual Gift Scripture Reading

Review Personality As Needed

Session Two

Ministry

What We Believe About Ministry

Each one should use whatever gift he has received to serve others, faithfully adminis-

tering God’s grace in its various forms. If anyone speaks, he should do it as one speak-

ing the very words of God. If anyone serves, he should do it with the strength God

provides, so that in all things God may be praised through Jesus Christ. To Him be the

glory and the power for ever and ever. Amen. 1 Peter 4:10-11 (NIV)

♦ Ministry exists to glorify God.

♦ The church is a body, not a business; an organism, not an organization.

♦ Ministries have life cycles and there must be periodic reviews of all ministries. If

a ministry isn’t meeting a need anymore, we will give it a decent burial. There

are no sacred cows!

♦ The greater good of the whole body must always take priority over the needs

of any single ministry. There is no place for “turf” in God’s family.

♦ Realize that the church is to operate on the basis of spiritual gifts rather than

elected office. We do not elect people to ministries.

We are not looking for people to fill roles; we’re looking for roles to fulfill people.

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We Minister in Three Directions

1. To the Lord (Acts 13:2)

2. To other believers (Hebrews 6:10)

3. To unbelievers (Matthew 5:13)

To people’s physical, emotional and spiritual needs.

Physical Emotional Spiritual

The Purpose of the Local Church Ministry

♦ To express gratitude to God for what He has done for you.

♦ To be a good and responsible manager of your spiritual gifts.

♦ To participate in God’s plan for church growth.

♦ To expand the depth and dimension of your worship.

♦ To fulfill your part of the ministry partnership with your pastor.

It was he who gave some to be apostles, some to be prophets, some to be

evangelists, and some to be pastors and teachers, to prepare God’s people for

works of service, so that the body of Christ may be built up.

Ephesians 4:11-12 (NIV)

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Our Role In The Church The Bible says:

The pastors/staff are the equippers. The people are the ministers.

7Moses' father-in-law replied, "What you are doing is not good. 18 You and these people who come to you

will only wear yourselves out. The work is too heavy for you; you cannot handle it alone. 19 Listen now to me

and I will give you some advice, and may God be with you. You must be the people's representative be-

fore God and bring their disputes to him. 20 Teach them the decrees and laws, and show them the way to

live and the duties they are to perform. 21 But select capable men from all the people-men who fear God,

trustworthy men who hate dishonest gain-and appoint them as officials over thousands, hundreds, fifties

and tens. 22 Have them serve as judges for the people at all times, but have them bring every difficult case

to you; the simple cases they can decide themselves. That will make your load lighter, because they will

share it with you. 23If you do this and God so commands, you will be able to stand the strain, and all these

people will go home satisfied." 24 Moses listened to his father-in-law and did everything he said. 25 He chose

capable men from all Israel and made them leaders of the people, officials over thousands, hundreds, fif-

ties and tens.

Exodus 18:17-25

Agriculture Banking Baptism Bartering Clothing

MOSES MOSES MOSES MOSES MOSES

Complaints Communications Construction Crafts Dairying

MOSES MOSES MOSES MOSES MOSES

Deaths Dietary Law s Discipline Education Employment

MOSES MOSES MOSES MOSES MOSES

Entertainment Farming Food Fuel Health & Med.

MOSES MOSES MOSES MOSES MOSES

Immigration Justice Livestock Maintenance Manufacturing

MOSES MOSES MOSES MOSES MOSES

Marriages Military Training Morals Offerings Protection

MOSES MOSES MOSES MOSES MOSES

Purchases Records Religion Revenue Safety

MOSES MOSES MOSES MOSES MOSES

Sanitation Scribes Servants Shelter Shepherding

MOSES MOSES MOSES MOSES MOSES

Standards Statistics Storage Supplies Taxes

MOSES MOSES MOSES MOSES MOSES

Transportation Travel Water Welfare Wood Chopping

MOSES MOSES MOSES MOSES MOSES

Job Description

MOSES

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More Than Meets the Eye

A Closer Look at a ministry

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“There is a lad here, who has five barley loaves, and two fish; but what

are these for so many people?” John 6:9

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Ministry Opportunities

Administration:

Ministries include: Data Entry, Bulk Mailings, Staff Support, Weekday and Weekend Receptionists,

Weekday Welcome Center Hosts, Serving With Style

Gifts may include: Helps, Service, Administration

Abilities may include: General Knowledge of Computer Programs, Customer Service Skills, Or-

ganization, Filing, Copying, Cleaning, Decorating, Cooking, Serving

Adult Ministry:

Ministries include: Starting Point, Community Groups, Men’s and Women’s Growth studies, Men

and Women’s Connection Events, Discover Your Design, Connection and Next Steps Team

Gifts may include: Leadership, Teaching, Shepherding, Administration, Exhortation, Service, Hos-

pitality and Mercy

Also there are several options for those with a heart to connect, disciple, teach and guide peo-

ple from a variety of backgrounds to a closer relationship with Jesus Christ.

Awana:

Ministries include: Leader, Listener, Substitute, Lesson Leader, Game Leader, Secretary, Praise

and Worship Leaders

Gifts may include: Leadership, Administration, Shepherding, Wisdom, Exhortation, Teaching, Ser-

vice/Helps

Opportunities are available to help children learn the importance of knowing, loving and service

our Lord.

Bookstore/Library:

Ministries include: Bookstore and Library Cashiers, Stocking, Decorating, Assisting Customers Dur-

ing Weekdays and Weekends

Gifts may include: Administration, Service/Helps

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Family and Care:

Ministries include: Benevolence, Marriage Counseling, Marriage Preparation, Marriage Enrich-

ment, Financial Counseling, Family Camp, Cars Ministry, and Family Resource Center hosts/

hostesses

Gifts may include: Giving, Mercy, Helps, Leadership, Administration, Teaching, Wisdom, Discern-

ment, Exhortation, Shepherding

Abilities may include: Counseling, Accounting and Finances, Marriage Mentors, Administrative

Tasks, Mechanical Knowledge

Global Outreach:

Ministries include: Benevolence, Local School Districts, Inner City Work, National Partnerships: San

Francisco and New York Metro, Disaster Relief-Local, Regional and National, International Part-

nerships-Cambodia, Haiti, India, Indonesia, Myanmar, Thailand

Share the gospel on a short-term (7-14 days) and long-term relationships that put your gifts to use

Gifts may include: Service, Leadership, Administration, Evangelism, Missions, Teaching, Disciple-

ship

Hospitality:

Ministries include: First Impressions, Shuttle Teams, Building Door Greeters, Welcome Center Hosts,

Worship Center Door Greeters, Ushers, Courtesy Team, Medical Response Team, Coffee Team

Gifts may include: Hospitality, Serving, Mercy, Leadership, Administration

K-2/3-6:

Ministries include: Small Group Leaders, Teachers, Music Team, Welcome Team, Activity Team,

Stage and Props Design Team, Background Checks, Materials Team

Gifts may include: Teaching, Shepherding, Exhortation, Leadership, Administration, Wisdom,

Helps

Abilities may include: Technology, Musical, Acting, Construction, Copying, Cutting

Nursery/Preschool:

Ministries include: Shepherding Babies, Toddlers and Preschoolers

Provide a weekly bible study and group activities, Most positions serve every week or every

other week, Training and all supplies are provided, Help serve as a substitute

Gifts may include: Teaching, Shepherding, Helps/Service, Leadership, Exhortation, Admini-

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Operations/Facilities:

Ministries include: Bulk Mail, Care Force, Data Entry, Detail Cleaning, Electrical and Lighting, Gar-

den Ministry, Landscaping, Lawn and Turf Care, Paint Team, Preventative Maintenance, Shuttle

Bus, Snow Removal, Special Projects, Special Events Set-up or Host, Whatever It Takes

Gifts may include: Leadership, Administration, Service/Helps

Abilities may include: Administration Skills, Craftsmanship, Data Entry, Detail Oriented, Garden-

ing, General Construction, Hospitality, HVAC, Landscaping, Mechanical Aptitude, Moving Peo-

ple, Personal Care, Plumbing

Many opportunities are available to honor God by beautifying the grounds and facility and

meeting spiritual and physical needs of our church and community while building relationships.

Students:

Ministries include: Home Group Hosts and Leaders, Table Talk Leaders, Volunteers to assist on

Wednesday, Saturdays and Sundays, Summerfest, Mission Trips

Gifts may include: Shepherding, Teaching, Leadership, Knowledge, Discernment, Exhortation,

Evangelism, Wisdom, Helps, Mercy

Support Groups:

Ministries include: Abortion Recovery, Boundaries, Breast Cancer, Career Connection, Celebrate

Recovery, Depression/Anxiety/Bipolar, Divorce Recovery, Families For Adoption, Grief Recovery,

Marriage 911, Peace of Mind, Sexual Integrity, Smart Stepfamilies

Gifts may include: Exhortation, Shepherding, Wisdom, Discernment, Leadership, Administration,

Teaching, Mercy, Helps

Upward Sports:

Ministries include: Basketball, Football and Soccer. Each sport needs coaches, assistant coaches

and referees.

Gifts may include: Helps/Service, Leadership, Evangelism

Abilities may include: Coaching, Referee skills

Worship and Arts:

Ministries include: Praise Team, Praisekids, Choir, Drama, Orchestra, Clowns, Christmas to GO,

TrueLight Productions

Gifts may include: Service/Helps, Leadership, Administration, Evangelism

Abilities may include: Singing, Entertainment, Acting, Musical Instruments, Video Technol-

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Assignment Sheet

Session Two

1) Visit the Booths at the Connection Center &/or those who are serving in the church-

comeback prepared to share about one area of ministry at PV.

2) Select 1 of 3 verses to memorize

-Philippians 2:3-4

-Mark 10:45

-2 Corinthians 4:5

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Tips on Memorizing Scripture:

-Write it on a 3x5 card

-Carry it with you

-Place it where you will see it every day

-Say the scripture reference before and after the verse

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Teacher’s notes:

Complete personal profile-collect

Memory verses

Session Three

A Servant’s Heart

Serving Is God’s Idea The Holy Spirit displays God's power through each of us as a means of helping the entire church.

… All of you together are the one body of Christ and each one of you is a separate and neces-

sary part of it. 1 Corinthians 12:7, 21 (LB)

I am not who I think I am. I am not who you think I am.

But I really am who God says I am!

I’ve been created to love and serve. Ephesians 2:10 (NIV)

For we are God's workmanship, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to

do.

I’ve been saved for ministry. 2 Timothy 1:9 (LB)

It is He who saved us and chose us for His holy work, not because we deserved it but because that was His plan long

before the world began.

I’ve been called into ministry. John 14:12 (TEV)

I am telling you the truth: those who believe in me will do what I do—yes they will do even greater things, because I

am going to the Father.

I’ve been authorized to serve and bless others. 1 Peter 4:10 (LB)

God has given each of you some special abilities; be sure to use them to help each other, passing on to others God's

many kinds of blessing.

I’ve been commanded for ministry. Matthew 28:18-19 (NIV)

(Jesus said) All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Therefore, go and make disciples.

I’m gifted to serve. 1 Corinthians 12:7 (KJV)

But the manifestation of the Spirit is given to every man to profit withal.

I’m to be prepared for ministry. Ephesians 4:11-12 (NIV)

It was he (God) who gave..pastors and teachers to prepare God's people for works of service, so the body of Christ

may be built up.

I am accountable for my ministry. Romans 14:12 (NIV)

So then, each of us will give an account of himself to God.

I will be rewarded for my service. Colossians 3:23-24 (NIV)

Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for men, since you know that you will re-

ceive an inheritance from the Lord as a reward.

The body of Christ needs my service. 1 Corinthians 12:27(LB)

All of you together are the one body of Christ and each of you is a separate and necessary part of it.

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Following the Example of Jesus

S.E.R.V.A.N.T.

To be a servant is to follow the model of Jesus. The combining of my Spiritual Gifts, Heart,

Abilities, Personality, and Experiences with a SERVANT attitude will result in a fulfilling and

fruitful ministry.

Servant Model – Jesus’ lifestyle consistently reflected authentic servanthood.

Experience Jesus Personally – To experience Him personally is the most important

relationship.

Relationship – You will become like the people with whom you associate and the books

you read.

Vitality – A life of enthusiasm honors God.

Attitude of Excellence – NEVER acquiesce to mediocrity.

Newer – you actually become “new”… Phil. 2:13

Tenacity – Regardless of the challenges, remember you’re serving God… Col. 3:23

Memory verses

Mark 10:45-”For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and

to give his life as a ransom for many.”

2 Corinthians 4:5-”For we do not preach ourselves, but Jesus Christ as Lord, and

ourselves as your servants for Jesus’ sake.”

Philippians 2:3-4-”Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit, but in humility

consider others better than yourselves. Each of you should look not only to your

own interests, but also to the interests of others.

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How Do I Begin Serving Part One

Romans 12:1-8 (NIV) 1Therefore, I urge you, brothers, in view of God's mercy, to offer your bodies as living sacrifices, holy and pleasing to God—this is your spiritual act of worship. 2Do not conform any longer to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God's will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will. 3For by the grace given me I

say to every one of you: Do not think of yourself more highly than you ought, but rather think of yourself with sober judgment, in accordance with the measure of faith God has given you. 4Just as each of us has one body with many members, and these members do not all have the same function, 5so in Christ we who are many form one body, and each member belongs to all the others. 6We have different gifts, ac-cording to the grace given us. If a man's gift is prophesying, let him use it in proportion to his faith. 7If it is serving, let him serve; if it is teaching, let him teach; 8if it is encouraging, let him encourage; if it is contrib-uting to the needs of others, let him give generously; if it is leadership, let him govern diligently; if it is showing mercy, let him do it cheerfully.

1. Dedicate your body. Romans 12:1

I urge you...to offer yourselves as living sacrifices, holy and pleasing to God-which

is your spiritual worship.

2. Eliminate competing distractions. Romans 12:2

3. Identify common hindrances. Romans 12:2

-My life is over-crowded by non-priorities

-Unresolved personal problems

-Fearful to take a risk with something new or different

-Past experiences were not positive

4. Cooperate with other believers Romans 12:2

...Do not think of yourself more highly than you ought, but rather think of yourself

with sober judgment, in accordance with the measure of faith God has given you.

Just as each of us has one body with many members, and these members do not

all have the same function, so in Christ we who are many form one Body, and

each member belongs to all the others.

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Assignment Sheet

Session Three

♦ Continue Scripture memory. Be prepared to complete this thought: “If everyone at PVBC lived their life according to this scripture, _____________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________ ♦ Identify your top two competing distractions ___________________________ ___________________________ ♦ Commit to developing a servant attitude I will( _____________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________

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Teacher’s notes:

If PV.

Servant Attitude commitment follow-up

Session Four

Experience the Joy

How Do I Begin Serving

Part Two

1. Know your S.H.A.P.E.

We have different gifts, according to the grace of God has given

us...prophesy...serving...teaching...encouraging...contributing...leadership…

showing mercy…

♦ Celebrate your strengths

♦ Understand how God made you determines what He intends for you to do

2. Nurture a servant attitude

♦ Philippians 2:3-4

3. Invest yourself fully into the process of discovering and becoming active in ministry

♦ Ask God what He wants you to do

♦ Talk with other people who are involved in ministry

♦ Take your ministry seriously, but don’t make the process too complicated. It’s

okay to try different ministries.

4. Commit to Growing…

♦ Personally

- We become what we are committed to. Therefore, we encourage growth

in commitment to Christ and his Church

-Every member deserves personal assistance in discovering a meaningful

place of ministry. We value the individual more than the ministry.

♦ As a Leader

-Everything rises or falls on leadership. No ministry can exceed the

Commitment of those leading it.

-Every leader is a learner. The moment you stop learning, you stop leading.

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♦ In your thinking

-We expect excellence in ministry, not perfection. Excellence is doing your

best. God deserves our best.

-We encourage creativity and innovation in ministry7 which assumes mis

takes will be made.

-Your primary ministry commitment should b in the area where you are

gifted. Your secondary ministry includes serving in any other area of the

body where you are needed.

Commit to the Lord everything you do. Then your plans will succeed. Proverbs 16:3

5. Maintain the proper motivation

-Invest yourself in loving others deeply.

If I speak in the tongues of mortals and of angels, but do not have love, I am a

noisy gong or a clanging cymbal. And if I have prophetic powers, and understand

all mysteries and all knowledge, and if I have all faith, so as to remove mountains,

but do not have love, I am nothing. If I give away all my possessions, and if I hand

over my body so that I may boast, but do not have love, I gain nothing.

1 Corinthians 13:1-3

-Love is essential

Spiritual gifts, good deeds, even personal sacrifice without love is of

little value

For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son...John 3:16

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What is the result of finding and serving in a

Ministry that matches your SHAPE?

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- _________________________________ - _________________________________

The desired result of Discover Your Design is to help you find a meaningful

and rewarding place of service.

Next Steps

-Meet with your coach

-Commit to follow-through

-Expect God to work in and through you

He who has begun a good work in you will carry it

on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.

Philippians 1:6

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DYD Contact Information

Ministry Coach Phone Email

Coaching Coordinator Jim Mountain 816-792-1109 jimm@pleasantvalley.org

Assistant Coordinator Sylvia Allen 816-796-6977 sylviaallen33@comcast.net

Adult-Community Groups Peter Fox 816-734-4133 peter@foxagency.net

Adult-Men’s Ministry Royal Jolliff 816-516-9359 thejolliffs@sbcglobal.net

Adult-Women’s Ministry Nancy Daughtery 816-781-2259 ndaughtery@sbclgobal.net

Children’s Nursery/Pre K Mendy Wilson 816-806-4386 mwilson@liberty.k12.mo.us

Children’s K-5 Melissa Hardin 816-298-7312 mhardin@pleasantvalley.org

Facilities/Care Force Tom Williams 816-407-7862 thoswilliams@sbcglobal.net

Generalist/Office Evevon Power 816-781-3680 epower@pleasantvalley.org

Global Outreach Jeff Broadstone 816-453-0182 jbroadstone@kc.rr.com

Hospitality Faye Smith 816-453-4436 fsmith@batyholm.com

Hospitality Kevin Smith 816-454-7434 ksmith@kc.rr.com

Students/Generalist Betty Howard 816-781-6405 bettyhoward6042@gmail.com

Support Groups/Generalist Billie Harrison 816-452-9230 bjharrison460@yahoo.com

True Light Productions Suzanne Hommereitzheim 816-805-6249 rcddmom@swbell.net

DYD Teacher Sandy Clements 816-853-7040 sandy@bobclements.com

DYD Teacher Michelle Chapman 816-781-8177 smchapman@juno.com

DYD Teacher Jim Power 816-781-3680 jimandevevon@sbcglobal.net

DYD Teacher Evevon Power 816-781-3680 jimandevevon@sbcglobal.net

DYD Teacher Candace Jefferies 816-868-2575 candace621@embarqmail.com

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Feedback For Discover Your Design

One life change I was challenged to make:___________________________________

_____________________________________________________________________

More __________________________________________________________ in DYD

Less __________________________________________________________ in DYD

Additional feedback:_____________________________________________________

____________________________________________________________________

____________________________________________________________________

Name (optional) ______________________________________ Date ____________________

Yes No Unsure

1. After Discover Your Design, I have a greater understand-

ing of my SHAPE.

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2. I fully understand the importance of a SERVANT attitude

in ministry.

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3. I am motivated to continually enhance my SERVANT atti-

tude.

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4. The pacing of the class was comfortable. □ □ □

5. After DYD, I believe I can find a fulfilling place of ministry

at PVBC.

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7. I am committed to following through in finding my area

of ministry.

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8. I would recommend this class to others. □ □ □

9. If you could recommend changes to the current struc-

ture or material, what would you like to see more or less

of?

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Appendix

Spiritual Gifts Survey

LifeWay Christian Resources

Discover Your Spiritual Gifts! By Gene Wilkes Ken Hemphill defines a spiritual gift as “an individual manifestation of grace from the Father that enables you to serve Him and thus play a vital role in His plan for the redemption of the world.”1 Peter Wagner defines a spiritual gift as “a special attribute given by the Holy Spirit to every member of the Body of Christ according to God’s grace for use within the context of the Body.”2 I like to use this definition: A spiritual gift is an expression of the Holy Spirit in the life of believers which empowers them to serve the body of Christ, the church. Romans 12:6-8; 1 Corinthians 12:8-10, 28-30; Ephesians 4:11; and 1 Peter 4:9-11 contain representative lists of gifts and roles God has given to the church. A definition of these gifts follows.3

• Leadership—Leadership aids the body by leading and directing members to accomplish the goals and purposes of the church. Leadership motivates people to work together in unity toward common goals (Rom. 12:8).

• Administration—Persons with the gift of administration lead the body by steering others to remain on task. Administration enables the body to organize according to God-given purposes and long-term goals (1 Cor. 12:28).

• Teaching—Teaching is instructing members in the truths and doctrines of God’s Word for the purposes of building up, unifying, and maturing the body (1 Cor. 12:28; Rom. 12:7; Eph. 4:11).

• Knowledge—The gift of knowledge manifests itself in teaching and training in discipleship. It is the God-given ability to learn, know, and explain the precious truths of God’s Word. A word of knowledge is a Spirit-revealed truth (1 Cor. 12:28).

• Wisdom—Wisdom is the gift that discerns the work of the Holy Spirit in the body and applies His teachings and actions to the needs of the body (1 Cor. 12:28).

• Prophecy—The gift of prophecy is proclaiming the Word of God boldly. This builds up the body and leads to conviction of sin. Prophecy manifests itself in preaching and teaching (1 Cor. 12:10; Rom. 12:6).

• Discernment—Discernment aids the body by recognizing the true intentions of those within or related to the body. Discernment tests the message and actions of others for the protection and well-being of the body (1 Cor. 12:10).

• Exhortation—Possessors of this gift encourage members to be involved in and enthusiastic about the work of the Lord. Members with this gift are good counselors and motivate others to service. Exhortation exhibits itself in preaching, teaching, and ministry (Rom. 12:8).

• Shepherding—The gift of shepherding is manifested in persons who look out for the spiritual welfare of others. Although pastors, like shepherds, do care for members of the church, this gift is not limited to a pastor or staff member (Eph. 4:11).

• Faith—Faith trusts God to work beyond the human capabilities of the people. Believers with this gift encourage others to trust in God in the face of apparently insurmountable odds (1 Cor. 12:9).

• Evangelism—God gifts his church with evangelists to lead others to Christ effectively and enthusiastically. This gift builds up the body by adding new members to its fellowship (Eph. 4:11).

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Spiritual Gifts Survey

LifeWay Christian Resources

• Apostleship—The church sends apostles from the body to plant churches or be missionaries. Apostles motivate the body to look beyond its walls in order to carry out the Great Commission (1 Cor. 12:28; Eph. 4:11).

• Service/Helps—Those with the gift of service/helps recognize practical needs in the body and joyfully give assistance to meeting those needs. Christians with this gift do not mind working behind the scenes (1 Cor. 12:28; Rom. 12:7).

• Mercy—Cheerful acts of compassion characterize those with the gift of mercy. Persons with this gift aid the body by empathizing with hurting members. They keep the body healthy and unified by keeping others aware of the needs within the church (Rom. 12:8).

• Giving—Members with the gift of giving give freely and joyfully to the work and mission of the body. Cheerfulness and liberality are characteristics of individuals with this gift (Rom. 12:8).

• Hospitality—Those with this gift have the ability to make visitors, guests, and strangers feel at ease. They often use their home to entertain guests. Persons with this gift integrate new members into the body (1 Pet. 4:9).

God has gifted you with an expression of His Holy Spirit to support His vision and mission of the church. It is a worldwide vision to reach all people with the gospel of Christ. As a servant leader, God desires that you know how He has gifted you. This will lead you to where He would have you serve as part of His vision and mission for the church. Download the Spiritual Gifts Survey at http://www.lifeway.com/downloads Gene Wilkes is pastor of the Legacy Drive Baptist Church, Plano, Texas. This article was adapted from Jesus on Leadership by Gene Wilkes (LifeWay Christian Resources 1998). 1 Ken Hemphill, Serving God: Discovering and Using Your Spiritual Gifts Workbook (Dallas: The Sampson Company, 1995), 22. This product is distributed by and available from LifeWay Christian Resources of the Southern Baptist Convention, and may be purchased by calling toll free 1-800-458- 2772. 2 Your Spiritual Gifts Can Help Your Church Grow by C. Peter Wagner, Copyright © 1979, Regal Books, Ventura, CA 93003. Used by permission, 42. 3 These definitions exclude the “sign gifts” because of some confusion that accompanies

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D

DOMINANCE

VALUE TO ORGANIZATION • Bottom-line organizer

• Forward-looking

• Challenge-oriented

• Initiates activity

Innovative

DESCRIPTORS Adventuresome

Competitive

Daring

Decisive

Direct

Innovative

Persistent

Problem solver

Result-oriented

Self-starter

IDEAL ENVIRONMENT: • Freedom from controls, supervision, and

details

• An innovative and futuristic-oriented

environment

• Forum to express ideas and viewpoints

• Non-routine work

• Work with challenge and opportunity

I INFLUENCE

VALUE TO ORGANIZATION • Optimism and enthusiasm

• Creative problem solving

• Motivates others toward goals

• Team player

Negotiates conflicts

DESCRIPTORS Charming

Confident

Convincing

Enthusiastic

Inspiring

Optimistic

Persuasive

Popular

Sociable

Trusting

IDEAL ENVIRONMENT • High degree of people contact

• Freedom from control and detail

• Freedom of movement

• Forum for ideas to be heard

• Democratic supervisor with whom to

associate

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S

STEADINESS

VALUE TO ORGANIZATION • Dependable team player

• Work for a leader and a cause

• Patient and empathetic

• Logical step-wise thinker

Service-oriented

DESCRIPTORS Amiable Friendly Good listener Patient Relaxed Sincere Stable Steady Team player Understanding

IDEAL ENVIRONMENT • Stable and predictable environment

• Environment that allows time to change

• Long-term work relationships

• Little conflict between people

• Freedom from restrictive rules

C

COMPLIANCE

VALUE TO ORGANIZATION Maintains high standards Conscientious and steady Defines, clarifies, gets information and

tests Objective – “the anchor of reality”

DESCRIPTORS Accurate Analytical Conscientious Courteous Diplomatic Fact-finder High Standards Mature Patient Precise

IDEAL ENVIRONMENT • Where critical thinking is needed

• Technical work or specialized area

• Close relationship with a small group

• Familiar work environment

• Private office or work area

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