Man in the Mirror
Bible Study

How to Have a Personal Ministry

Ephesians 2:10, John 15:8, James 2:26

Questions

1. Dwight L. Moody once said, "The reward of service is more service." What was the single most rewarding act of ministry or service you have ever done, and why?

2. Draw a line to connect each of the following statements to the correct Bible verse:

God's plan is for every believer to have a personal ministry
John 15:8
One reason the Bible was written is to equip us for good works
James 2:26
All believers are priests and ministers, not just the pastors
Eph. 2:10
Every believer has at least one spiritual gift
1 Peter 2:9
Gifts are given so you can serve others
John 15:5
It brings God glory when we bear much fruit
1 Peter 4:10
It shows we are disciples when we bear much fruit
2 Tim. 3:16-17
If you abide in Christ you will bear much fruit
1 Cor. 12: 7
If you say you have faith but have no works, it is dead
John 15:8

3. Do you know your spiritual gifts? If so, what are they? If not, consider using the attached Spiritual Gifts Assessment Tool to identify your spiritual gifts.

4. Everything boils down to calling: "What is God's calling on your life?" Your calling is the unique confluence of where God puts you, the relationships and commitments to people you have, your natural abilities and interests, your spiritual gifts, an internal motivation (vs. external) because of gratitude for God's work in your life, the desires he puts in your heart, and the opportunities that knock on your door. What is God's calling on your life? If you're not sure, which of the italicized issues in this question are in focus? Think about reflecting and praying about those that are not.