Knowing Sathya more deeper :P
I did the DISC and SPIRITUAL GIFTS test.Those I open up be4 or know me very well will agree with this test about me.I thought of posting this in my livejournal but oh well.I basically type one every single letter!Though this test tells me how I will react and feel, doesnt mean that I will do it.It just tells what I feel like doing or am.You can ask your CLs/ULs for this test :P
Top 3 Spiritual Gifts
1.Creative Communcation (attained recently)
The Gift of Creative Communication is obvious in those who enjoy performing or directiong drama presentations.They love to express themselves and teach lesson through role playing and skits. They tend to be very creative and able to act out specific feelings to communicate biblical truths. Those with the Gift of Communication must guard againist seeking the spotlight.They can make great reflections of THE Light of the World. They can add so much to worship and preaching by creating dramas that illustrate the lessons of the sermons.
In a word:Actors or Actresses
Overuse:Dramatic expression that leads to self glory
Goal: Teach lessons, rather than focus on talent
Scripture: Psalms 150: 3-5; 2 Sam 6:14-15;Mark 4:2,33
2.Mercy (born with this gift)
Christians with the Gift of Showing Mercy demonstrates genuine sensitivity to suffering. They are compelled to help people reduce pain. They are concerned more with the person, than the reason for the suffering. Focusing on the feelings of those who hurt, Show-ers of Mercy desire to minister by "being there" when people really need them. Sympathizing and/or empathizing are their specialities. While others may care more about why, what, when or how, those wif the Show-ing Mercy are interested in "who" needs tender loving care.
In a word: Caring
Overuse: too sensitive
Goal: Wise insights, not foolish responses.
Scripture: Rom 12:6,8d; Matt 5:7
3.Hospitality (not really strong)
The Gift of Hospilitality is that special interest in opening one's home for food and fellowship, or to just provide a place to stay for someone in need. Those with the Gift of Hospitality seem to always be ready and willing to invite guests over or offer their home for a place to meet for any ocaasion. They love to provide refreshments or prepare meals for individuals or groups. They seldomn show irritaion over last minute requests to have someone over or to host a group. They tirelessly serve to make people comfortable and encouraged.
In a word: Sociable
Overuse: take on too much/Get worn out
Goal: Provide fellowship without sacrificing family time.
Scripture: 1 Peter 4:9-10; Acts 16:13-15; Luke 14:12-14
Next is DISC :P
"I" BEHAVIOUR / Bibical Examples: Peter and Ruth
(active/People-oriented) Known as "Sanguine" or "Otter"
Descriptions:Inspiring, Influencing, Impressing, Inducing
Basic Motivation: Recognition and Approval
Desires: Prestige.Friendly relationships.Freedom from details.Opportunities to help others.Opportunities to motivate others.Chance to verbalize ideas.
Responds Best To Leader Who: Is fair and also a friend.Provide social involvement.Provides recognition of abilities.Offers rewards or risk-taking
Needs To Learn: Time must be managed. Deadlines are important. Too much optismism can be dangerous. Being responsible is more important than being popular. Listening better will improve one influence.
Bibical Advice: BE HUMBLE/AVOID PRIDE- Humble yourself in the SIGHT of God,James 3:17.CONTROL YOUR SPEECH-Be quick to hear,slow to speak, James 1:19.BE MORE ORGANIZED- Do all things decently and in orderm 1 Cor 14:40.BE PATIENT,Gal 5:23
I: INSPIRIRATIONAL INFLUENCERS
"I"s are impressive people. They are extremely active and excited indivuduals. Approval is important to them. They can have lots of friends if they do not overdo their need for attention. They can be sensitive and emotional.They need to be more interested in other and willing to listen. They do not like research unless it makes them look good. They often do things to please the crowd. They are entertainers. They need to control their feelings and think more logically. They often outshine others and are motivated by recognition(acceptance)
"I" Type Personalities with Gift of Creative Communcation
They are perfect combinaton of personality and spiritual gift for creative commincation. The "I" personality is so inspiring and influencing, while the Gift of Creative Communication is so imaginative and expressive. They have high egos and can be easily hurt if not approved or recognized for their talent. Those with "I' personalities and the Gift of Creative Communication must always remember God made them to shine for His glory,not their's. They should always be willing and ready to praise others, rather than seek praise for themselves. They are most suitable for drama presentations, but must discipline their time to prepare more.
"I" Type Personalities wtih Gift of Showing Mercy
Inspiring type Christians with the Gift of Showing Mercy influence others to care more. They use verbal skills to generate excitement for the cause of demonstrating love. Interested in people, they induce strong feelings of concern. They an be too emotional. "I"- Showing Mercy types can over-do their influence. Some people may think their concern is all show. They like to impress others with their kindness. They need to calm down and be more humble. When it comes to evident sensitivity, "I" - Showing mercy types are tops.
"I" Type Personalities with Gift of Hospitality
Enthusiastic and excited Christians who love to invite others to their homes often have the Gift of Hospiltality. They are "social butterflies." They love to entertain and welcome people in their homes. "I" type personalities with the Gift of Hospitality openly and often express their interest in having groups or individuals over any time or for any reason. They need to be more organized and plan better. This combination can be very difficult on other family members. But their gracious hospitality is always encouraging to those who visit with them.
CREATIVE COMMUNICATION
Abilities: Unique ability to communicate truth through drama.
Opportunities: Drama, Choir, Evangelism, Media, Missions.
Warning: Don't seek the spot light or attention.
Reward: See God shine through you to help others understand His messages.
Prayer: "Dear God, Keep my eyes on you and not the crowd, so that I always do what I do for your glory and not mine."
MERCY
Abilities: Giving sympathy and/or empathy to the hurting.
Opportunites:Hospital, Benevolence, Counseling,
Warning: Dont be a sucker to everyone
Reward:Knowing you helped those who no one else would help.
Prayer: "Dear God, use me to not only help people by showing care, but also sharing truth and TOUGH LOVE when necessary. "
"I" BEHAVIOUR (Active/People-oriented)
Abilities: Communicate, inspire, influence, make friends, optismism, enthusiasm
Opportunities: Give public testimony, drama, social committee, greeter, encourager, lead discussion group and visitation.
Warning: You naturally outshine others. Don't serve purely through your "personality." Also, pride and sinful lusts will destroy your testimony.
Reward: God designed you to shine for Him. When you allow Him to shine through you, He will use you in greater ways than you ever imagined.
Prayer: "Dear God, keep me humble to do your will, not mine. Help me give you and those who praise me the credit for all You have done. "