SHAPE Test – Got Purpose? Helping You Discover God’s Purpose in Life

On Sunday, Pastor Chad spoke about discovering your why. He shared a powerful reminder: “When you lose your why, you lose your way.”

Are you connected to your why? A great starting point is to explore your unique SHAPE.

Work through this overview and uncover how your Spiritual Gifts, Heart, Abilities, Personality, and Experiences have uniquely equipped you to impact the world!

The SHAPE Test Overview

SPIRITUAL GIFTS

These are God-given abilities empowered by the Holy Spirit to serve others and build up the church. They are not earned but given freely by God to every believer. Examples include:

  • Teaching: Explaining and applying Gods Word effectively.
  • Leadership: Guiding and inspiring others toward a common goal.
  • Mercy: Compassionately caring for those in need.
  • Hospitality: Creating welcoming and warm environments.
  • Evangelism: Sharing the gospel effectively with others.

Why It Matters: Recognizing your spiritual gifts helps you serve in ways that align with Gods purpose for your life and bring the greatest impact.

HEART

Your heart represents your passions, desires, and what excites you. Its about identifying the activities and causes that resonate deeply with you. By aligning your heart with your service and purpose, you can experience a deeper sense of fulfillment and joy in your spiritual journey.

The SHAPE Test helps individuals discern their passions and align them with opportunities for service, enabling a purpose-driven life.

ABILITIES

Your abilities include your natural talents and skills. Everyone has unique abilities, whether they are in leadership, communication, craftsmanship, or other areas. Recognizing and honing these abilities can enable you to serve effectively.

Why It Matters: Leveraging your abilities allows you to play an active role in your churchs mission and outreach programs.

PERSONALITY

Your personality, with its unique traits and characteristics, plays a significant role in how you interact with others and contribute to your community.

By understanding your temperament, preferences, and communication style, you can build better relationships and work effectively in teams.

EXPERIENCES

Our life experiences, both positive and challenging, shape our perspectives and equip us with unique insights. Reflecting on your experiences can uncover how these moments prepare you to serve others.

By drawing on these experiences, you can connect with people facing similar challenges and offer encouragement and hope.