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WELCOME TO THE CHAZOWN EXPERIENCE...
Congratulations on your decision to discover your C|azown! Did you know that decision already sets you apart?
Most people stumble halfheartedly through life just existing, hoping tomorrow will be better than today. But you and
l were made for so much more!
Before you were born, God knew you. He knew what He wanted your life to be like. He had a purpose in mind for
you, even before you came to be. Discovering God's vision and purpose for your life and designing a plan of action
for that purpose is what 7|e C|azown Exoe||ence is about.
WHO IS THE CHAZOWN EXPERIENCE CREATED FOR?
7|e C|azown Exoe||ence was designed for all followers of Jesus Christ. Whether you have been a follower of Christ
for some time or just for a short while, this process will beneft you.
WHAT IS THE CHAZOWN EXPERIENCE?
7|e C|azown Exoe||ence is a small group study designed to bring you face-to-face with God's vision - or purpose
- for your life. But it doesn't stop there. By the end of our time together, not only will you have d|scove|ed your
purpose, you will know some practical steps you can take to begin ||v|ng life on purpose...and you will leave 7|e
C|azown Exoe||ence challenged to cont|n0e to live out that purpose!
WHAT OTHER RESOURCES DO I NEED WITH THE CHAZOWN EXPERIENCE
PARTICIPANT GUIDE?
This guide is designed to be used in partnership with C|azown Exoe||ence videos, facilitated by Craig Groeschel.
You can view the videos and other C|azown resources for free at www.chazown.com. You may also choose
to purchase the book C|azown by Craig Groeschel.
DO I HAVE TO READ THE BOOK CHAZOWN BEFORE I BEGIN THE CHAZOWN EXPERIENCE?
lt is not necessary, although you may certainly choose to do so. The C|azown book offers a deeper look at
the concepts you will be exploring within the small group setting. Those participants who have read the book
beforehand or who engage in the suggested reading passages noted in each section will have additional insight as
they complete this experience.
WILL OUR GROUP BE COMPLETING THE ENTIRE CHAZOWN EXPERIENCE TOGETHER?
7|e C|azown Exoe||ence for small groups begins in the group setting and continues throughout the week. You will
be exploring the keys to unlocking your C|azown together as a group. Still, you will likely need to come back after
each session to revisit these concepts and fnish sections you were not able to complete within the group setting.
IS THE CHAZOWN EXPERIENCE GOING TO REQUIRE A LOT OF TIME DURING THE WEEK?
Not at all. 7|e C|azown Exoe||ence for small groups was designed to allow personal refection each week without
excessive homework. You will notice that each session ends with an On Yo0| Own list. Completing these items
before the next group session will help ensure you get the very most out of your C|azown Exoe||ence.
IS THERE ANYTHING ELSE I SHOULD KNOW
BEFORE I GET STARTED?
Before your C|azown Exoe||ence, it would beneft you to
watch the C|azown message by Craig Groeschel at
www.lifechurch.tv/watch/chazown if you have not already
done so.
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7a|e a moment and ta|e t0|ns among yo0| g|o0o,
s|a||ng yo0| name and somet||ng aoo0t yo0.
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SESSION 1: FINDING YOUR CHAZOWN
Everyone ends up __________________________________.
Few people end up somewhere on __________________________________.
W|e|e t|e|e |s no v|s|on, t|e oeoo|e oe||s|. P|ove|os 29:18 KJv
C|azown (pronounced khaw-ZONEj is a Hebrew word meaning a ___________________, revelation,
or ___________________."
Where there is no C|azown - no dream, no revelation, no vision, no sense of our created purpose, we perish.
Where there is no vision for a God|y fam||y, 50% or more of marriages end in divorce.
Where there is no vision for a hea|thy ||fe, there will be ongoing physical struggle.
Where there is no vision for nanc|a| freedom, people live paycheck to paycheck.
Where there is no vision for a growing, lifelong, personal re|at|onsh|p w|th God, people will become lukewarm.
Where there is no vision for mean|ngfu| work, people just exist.
lf money was no object, what would you do with the rest of your life?
God created you with a divine C|azown. He knew you and formed you. He numbered the days of your life. You were
planted at this moment in history because it is at this moment that you can best glorify God with your gifts, talents,
and passions.
Jesus understood God's C|azown, and He never wavered from it.
7|e Son of Man came to see| and to save w|at was |ost. /0|e 19:10 N/v
No one ta|es jmy ||fej f|om me, o0t / |ay |t down of my own acco|d...7||s command / |ece|ved f|om my
Fat|e|. Jo|n 10:18 N/v
/ |ave come t|at t|ey may |ave ||fe, and |ave |t to t|e f0||. Jo|n 10:10 N/v
How can we act|ve|y and prayerfu||y seek to nd God's Chazown for our ||ves? Through this
experience, we will examine three areas of your life. We'll call them The Three C|rc|es.
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THE THREE CIRCLES:
Suggested Read|ng. You can learn more about fnding your C|azown by reading pages 3 thru 24 in the
book C|azown.
Your past _________________________
And we |now t|at |n a|| t||ngs God wo||s fo| t|e good of t|ose w|o |ove ||m, w|o |ave oeen ca||ed
acco|d|ng to ||s o0|oose. Romans 8:28 N/v
Your ____________ ________________________
Fo| we cannot oooose t|e t|0t|, o0t m0st a|ways stand fo| t|e t|0t|. 2 Co||nt||ans 13:8 N/7
Your spiritual _______________
We |ave d|ffe|ent g|fts, acco|d|ng to t|e g|ace g|ven 0s. Romans 12:6 N/v
WHAT DO YOU DO EXCEPTIONALLY WELL?
These Three Circles reveal a great deal about the real you, and about the destiny God had in mind when He made
you. Where your Three Circles overlap, there lies your C|azown!
Nehemiah
Moses
Abraham
Barnabas
Matthew
Dorcas
Administration
Leadership
Faith
Encouragement
Hospitality
Serving
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Once we have examined the Three Circles, we will look at fve major areas of life that, when working as they should,
can help put your C|azown within your reach. We will call these fve important life areas The F|ve Spokes. lt's
important to stay strong in each of these fve areas. When even one of the major areas of life is not functioning the
way it should, all of life can break down. We will talk about each of these spokes in more depth later.
THE FIVE SPOKES:
Our Re|at|onsh|p with God
Our Re|at|onsh|ps with Peop|e
F|nanc|a| Life
Phys|ca| Life
Work Life
Think of The Five Spokes just like the spokes of a wheel. When all fve spokes are in place and functioning properly,
they will support and actually carry you forward toward your C|azown, or life purpose. But when even one spoke is
not where it should be, everything else can get off balance and fall apart.
We can fnish strong if we keep the spokes tight. When this does not happen, life becomes unstable, and our
C|azown becomes out of reach. ln our fnal sessions, we'll look at how to take the Next Steps necessary to keep
your spokes intact so you can live out your C|azown.
Finally, we will set specifc, measurable goals in the key spokes or areas that are most in need of attention.
A PROMISE TO YOU:
If you comp|ete the *OHaVÛ,_WLYPLUJL ___________________, humb|y, and ___________________,
your ||fe w||| change for the ___________________I
You will hear from God. His Spirit will direct you. You will no longer wander around hoping for an accidentally better
life. You will be empowered to live life on purpose.
Anyone can have the rich and meaningful life that God has intended for them. That's what God wants for you. His
vision for your life is bigger and more important than you could ever imagine!
/ cons|de| my ||fe wo|t| not||ng to me, |f on|y / may hn|s| t|e |ace and como|ete t|e tas| t|e /o|d Jes0s |as
g|ven me... Acts 20:24 N/v
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There is no promise that this journey will be easy. lt may not be. But if you will open your heart and seek God, you
will hear from Him. He will motivate you. He will show you Next Steps. He will empower and equip you.
Your C|azown will propel you forward into the vision for which you were created. When everyone else just ends up
somewhere, you can end up somewhere on purpose. 7|e C|azown Exoe||ence will show you how!
Suggested Read|ng. You can learn more about fnding your C|azown by reading pages 3 thru 24 in the
book C|azown.
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ON YOUR OWN
Review Session 1 in the participant guide.
Consider how fnding your C|azown could change the way you live the rest of your life. How might living out your
C|azown impact the lives of those around you?
ln preparation for next week, begin to identify the people, events and circumstances that have most impacted your
life up until now.
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SESSION 2: LEARNING FROM PAST EXPERIENCES
The frst area we're going to explore to help you discover your C|azown is your
past experiences. These are events or seasons in your life that God has given you
to prepare to fulfll His future vision.
Your past exper|ences can be a key to un|ock|ng your *OHaVÛI
And we |now t|at |n a|| t||ngs God wo||s fo| t|e good of t|ose w|o |ove ||m, w|o |ave oeen ca||ed
acco|d|ng to H|s o0|oose. Romans 8:28 N/v
"A|| th|ngs" |nc|udes a|| th|ngs - the good, the not so good, the things you wish had never happened, even
the things you haven't thought about for years.
To help you begin to see God's C|azown in your past experiences, you are going to create something unique: a
persona| t|me||ne.
Yo0| t|me||ne |s a o|g-o|ct0|e ove|v|ew of yo0| oast t|at w||| |e|o yo0 oeg|n to see God's C|azown fo| yo0| ||fe.
As yo0 c|eate yo0| t|me||ne, yo0 w||| do t||ee t||ngs:
1. /dent|fy ______________, events and ______________________ t|at |ave |moacted yo0| ||fe |n a s|gn|hcant way.
2. O|gan|ze yo0| oe|sona| t|me||ne |nto ________________.
3. C|a||fy t|e d|ffe|ent ________________ and ________________ God |as s|own yo0 as yo0 |oo| at yo0| oast.
Don't oe af|a|d of t|e d|fhc0|t and oa|nf0| events. It |s often out of pa|n that God's *OHaVÛ can
be bornI
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How co0|d hnd|ng yo0| C|azown
c|ange t|e way yo0 ||ve t|e |est of
yo0| ||fe? How m|g|t ||v|ng o0t yo0|
C|azown |moact t|ose a|o0nd yo0?
Suggested Read|ng. You can
learn more about exploring your past
experiences by reading pages 52
thru 62 in the book C|azown.
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Look at your past as a key to your C|azown, and remember - you won't just end up somewhere, you'll end up
somewhere ______ ____________________!
OYO
ON YOUR OWN
Create a personal timeline. You may do this on a poster board as specifed in your participant guide, or you may
create it online at www.c|azown.com. lf you choose to complete your personal timeline online, be sure to print
it and bring it with you to the next small group session. lnstructions are found on pages 9-10, with expanded
instructions found in Appendix 1 at the back of your participant guide.
To prepare for next week, take the spiritual gifts assessment found online at www.c|azown.com/so|||t0a|g|fts or in
Appendix 2 at the back of your participant guide.
Write the major lessons and themes from your personal timeline in the past experiences circle found on page 10 in
your participant guide.
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W|en yo0 cons|de| t|e oeoo|e, events, and c||c0mstances t|at |ave most
|moacted yo0| ||fe 0nt|| now, w|at so|ts of t||ngs |mmed|ate|y come to m|nd?
W|y do yo0 t||n| |t |s |moo|tant to |nc|0de oot| t|e oos|t|ve and t|e oa|nf0| |tems
|n yo0| oe|sona| t|me||ne?
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CREATING A PERSONAL TIMELINE
7|ese a|e aoo|ev|ated |nst|0ct|ons. Fo| mo|e como|ete |nst|0ct|ons on |ow to c|eate a oe|sona| t|me||ne, yo0 may
t0|n to aooend|x 1 at t|e oac| of t||s oa|t|c|oant g0|de. Yo0 may a|so como|ete yo0| oe|sona| t|me||ne on||ne at
www.c|azown.com.
TO CREATE YOUR TIMELINE, YOU WILL NEED:
One standard poster board, cut in half.
4 colors of small sticky notes (preferably yellow, pink, blue and purplej
A pen
STEP ONE:
Ident|fy the peop|e, events, and c|rcumstances that have most affected your ||fe. Write them
down on the yellow sticky notes, using a separate note for each one.
STEP TWO:
Put th|ngs |n order. Organize your sticky notes chronologically. Place your earliest sticky note in the top left
corner, leaving room for a row of sticky notes across the top margin of your board. Place your second earliest sticky
note below the frst note. Continue to place your notes on the board, proceeding in a vertical row down the left side
until you near the bottom. Leave enough margin for a row of sticky notes across the bottom, and return to the top of
your board. Place your next sticky note next to your frst yellow note in the top left corner. Continue the process in
vertical rows until all of your sticky notes are placed in chronological order.
STEP THREE:
Ca|| |t ||ke |t was. Take a moment and look at all of the yellow sticky notes on your board. Ask yourself which of
them were painful or hurtful when you experienced them. As you identify those that were diffcult, transfer what you
wrote on the original yellow note to a pink sticky note and discard the yellow one.
STEP FOUR:
Organ|ze your t|me||ne |nto chapters. Look at the notes assembled on your poster board. ldentify any key
segments, or chapters" of your life journey that begin to emerge. Try to identify no fewer than three and no more
than six chapters. As you identify these chapters, you may need to move your sticky notes around some to refect
those chapters.
Using the blue sticky notes, write down titles for the chapters you have identifed and place them along the top
margin of your poster board above the chapter they represent.
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STEP FIVE:
C|ar|fy the turn|ng po|nts and major |essons. A turning point is an event, experience, or encounter
that altered your life. Turning points are characterized by the fact that in some way, life was not the same after the
experience. God deposits key insights and develops character in us at the turning points of life. ldentifying them will
help you see the important lessons you've learned along the way.
As you identify these turning points, boldly write TP" on the top of those sticky notes.
Using purple sticky notes, write down the major |essons and themes that emerge through your life chapters and
turning points. You may want to use the following questions as a guide:
What was God trying to teach me during this chapter or turning point of my life?
What should l remember as l move forward?
What abilities or insights has God deposited into my life as a result of this experience?
ln what ways can the skills or insights God gave me through this experience impact my future?
What character traits were developed in me as a result?
What character traits have l come to value most in others?
Are there any unique experiences or insights l have gained?
What are some of the ways God has used me?
Did this experience reveal anything to me about what God is like?
PAST
EXPERIENCES
Fo| add|t|ona| |e|o and |eso0|ces |e|ated to c|eat|ng a oe|sona| t|me||ne and |ow
God s|aoes and deve|oos eac| of o0| ||ves fo| a 0n|q0e cont||o0t|on, contact /eade|
B|ea|t||0 and 7e||y Wa|||ng at www.|eade|o|ea|t||0.com.
Place these lessons and themes along
the bottom margin of your poster board,
underneath the corresponding turning point or
chapter. Then list them in the circle below.
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SESSION 3: CLARIFYING YOUR CORE VALUES
AND SPIRITUAL GIFTS
When God made you, He p|anted w|th|n you certa|n th|ngs you va|ue deep|y. They're hardwired
into your heart. Through your life experiences, God has begun to make them clear to you. These are the things you would
be willing to die for. They explain how you come by your personal priorities. These things are your core va|ues.
C|ar|fy your _____________________________.

Fo| we cannot oooose t|e t|0t|, o0t m0st a|ways stand fo| t|e t|0t|. 2 Co||nt||ans 13:8. N/7
Core va|ues |n the B|b|e:

Sam0e| stood fo| |ntegr|ty.
Dav|d stood fo| |nt|macy w|t| t|e Fat|e|.
So|omon stood fo| w|sdom.
Core va|ues |n pub||c gures:

B|||y G|a|am stood fo| evange||sm.
Mot|e| 7|e|esa stood fo| compass|on.
What do you stand for?
IDENTIFYING YOUR CORE VALUES:
STEP one:
To identify your core values, it may help to ask yourself three quest|ons:
1. What stirs righteous _________________ inside of you?
2. What brings you __________________ or gives you joy?
3. What does your personal _________________ tell you about your core values?
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Desc||oe t|e |essons and t|emes t|at
eme|ged t||o0g| |oo||ng at yo0| oast
exoe||ences. (7|ese a|e t|e |tems w||tten
on o0|o|e st|c|y notes.I
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Accountability
Attitude
Authenticity
Boldness
Character
Collaboration
Compassion
Confdence
Courage
Creativity
Dedication
Devotion
Discipleship
Discipline
Discovery
Diversity
Effciency
Encouragement
Endurance
Enthusiasm
Evangelism
Excellence
Faith
Faithfulness
Family
Fellowship
Generosity
Gentleness
Godliness
Goodness
Grace
Gratefulness
Growth
Honesty
Honor
Hope
Humility
Humor
lntegrity
lntimacy
Joy
Justice
Kindness
Knowing God
Leadership
Learning
Loyalty
Mercy
Obedience
Openness
Order
Passion
Patience
Peace
Perseverance
Personal Growth
Prayer
Purity
Relationships
Reliability
Respect
Sacrifce
Self-control
Self-discipline
Selfessness
Servant Leadership
Servanthood
Steadfastness
Stewardship
Submission
Teachable
Teamwork
Thankfulness
Transparency
Trustworthiness
Truth
Unity
Wisdom
Worship
Zeal
________________________
________________________
________________________
________________________
STEP two:
C|rc|e the core va|ues that may app|y to you. Add others that come to mind if they are not listed here.
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STEP three:
Narrow |t down. Now that you have circled the values that apply to you, pray and ask God to guide you as you
narrow this list down even further.
Consider the values you have identifed so far:
Can you see how your past experiences relate to each of these values?
ls there anything missing?
Which of these values have actually been displayed in the last 90 days?
Would the people closest to you recognize these as your core values?
Try to focus your list to between fve and ten core values and list them in the circle below:
Suggested Read|ng. You can learn more about core values and spiritual gifts by reading pages 25 thru 51 in
the book C|azown.
Choose one core va|ue that |s most ev|dent |n your ||fe. Write a description of this core value:
Give an example of what it looks like in your life:
CORE
VALUES
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S|a|e yo0| co|e va|0es w|t| someone |n yo0| g|o0o.
G|ve an examo|e of |ow one of t|ese va|0es |as
oeen ev|dent |n yo0| ||fe.
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EMBRACE YOUR SPIRITUAL GIFTS
We |ave d|ffe|ent g|fts, acco|d|ng to t|e g|ace g|ven 0s. Romans 12:6 N/v
These gifts were given to us by God, but they are not for us. They are to be used to:
1. Serve others in the name of Christ
2. Make the world a better place
Your sp|r|tua| g|fts are espec|a||y chosen for the *OHaVÛ to wh|ch God |s ca|||ng you.
One way to identify your spiritual gifts is to complete a spiritual gifts assessment. You can fnd one at
www.chazown.com/sp|r|tua|g|fts, or you can use the assessment found in Appendix 2 at the back of
this participant guide. Once you have taken the assessment, list the results here:
Next, ask yourself:
What are you ____________ at? What are the things that come easily to you? The answers to these questions can
help you focus in and identify your spiritual gifts and talents!
What activities are you drawn to?
What skills have you acquired quickly?
What activities energize you when you perform them?
What activities make you lose track of time?
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Finally, look at the results of your spiritual gifts assessment
and the things you are especially good at. Then prayerfully ask
God to help you identify what among these things are your
spiritual gifts. List them in the circle to the right.
SPIRITUAL
GIFTS
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How |ave yo0 seen yo0| so|||t0a| g|fts |n act|on |n
yo0| ||fe? S|a|e |t w|t| someone |n yo0| g|o0o.
Your values and gifts are pointing toward your C|azown - the very reason you are here!
OYO
ON YOUR OWN
Spend time this week considering your Three Circles. Bring The Three Circles together by writing them on the
diagram found on page 16 of the participant guide.
Begin to examine the place where your Three Circles converge. Write down any initial thoughts that come to mind.
Suggested Read|ng. You can learn more
about core values and spiritual gifts by reading
pages 25 thru 51 in the book C|azown.
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BRINGING THE THREE CIRCLES TOGETHER:
Congratulations! You have examined your past exper|ences. You have identifed your
core va|ues and your sp|r|tua| g|fts. Now look carefully at the Three Circles you have just identifed for your
life. You may be wondering how these three different areas relate to each other.
Are you ready? Bring all Three Circles together by listing the lessons and themes from your personal timeline, your
core values, and your spiritual gifts in the circles below:
Now, fnd the place where they converge. ln that place where all dimensions are at full strength, where your Three
Circles overlap, that is where you fnd your C|azown!
CHAZOWN
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SPIRITUAL
GIFTS
CORE
VALUES
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SESSION 4: YOUR PURPOSE STATEMENT:
NAMING YOUR CHAZOWN
W|t|o0t a v|s|on, t|e oeoo|e oe||s|. P|ove|os 29:18 KJv
Now that you have examined your past experiences and identifed
your core values and spiritual gifts, explore these questions:
1. What do your ___________ and ___________ experiences have in common?
2. What do you think your experiences have done within you to ____________ you for the future?
3. Regarding the next chapter of your life, what ____________comes to mind?
THE NEXT CHAPTER OF YOUR LIFE STORY
Suggested Read|ng. You can learn more about writing a purpose statement on
Some poss|b|e t|t|es cou|d |nc|ude:
Making a Difference
Starting Over"
Restoring Brokenness"
Going For lt"
Taking the Faith Risk"
Living the Dream"
Shaping Up"
Close to God"
The p|ace where your past exper|ences, core va|ues and sp|r|tua| g|fts over|ap |s the
greatest key to your *OHaVÛ.
When you look at that powerful place where the Three Circles of your life overlap, do you see a picture taking
shape? Do possibilities for your purpose immediately come to mind? lf so, it's time to put your C|azown into a
purpose statement.

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A purpose statement is a one-sentence version of God's C|azown for your life, expressed in words that greatly
motivate you to action.
Think about one action-focused sentence, a purpose statement that God will use to propel you forward for the rest
of your life.
F|n|sh th|s sentence:
God has created me with a dream for my life, and l think it might be.
Hav|ng troub|e? Ask yourse|f:
1. What have l always cared a lot about? What values seem to defne my very core?
2. What have l always seemed especially gifted to do?
3. What have my past experiences, both good and bad, shown me about myself and my purpose in life?
4. What do my past experiences, core values, and spiritual gifts have in common?
5. What action does God most want to take through my life?
6. What consequence does God most want to accomplish through that action?
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Some examp|es of purpose statements are:
To live free and lead others to freedom.
To train children to grow and become uncompromised disciples.
To passionately encourage others to recognize the gifts that God has given them, to believe in themselves, and to
spread the overfowing joy that l receive from Christ's love for me.
To develop the talents of my coworkers to their fullest extent by identifying and funding their developmental needs,
while modeling the life of Christ and a commitment to raising the moral and ethical standards of the company and
our clients.
Keep |n m|nd.
When God gives you His C|azown, it will often be b|gger than you can imagine and |mposs|b|e for you to do
on your own.
Now, |t's your turnI Write YOUR purpose statement in your own words. Make it your prayer, your goal, and
your thanksgiving!
lt doesn't have to be perfect right now. This is not a test and you are not being graded on this assignment! Just
begin to write, knowing that your purpose statement will probably be changed and refned as you put it into words.
My purpose statement in one long ramble, if necessary...
My purpose statement in one sentence..
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ON YOUR OWN
Complete the Living Life On Purpose worksheets found on pages 21 and 22 of the participant guide.
lf you are still having trouble writing a purpose statement, it may help to review the six questions listed on page 18
of the participant guide.
Suggested Read|ng. You can learn more about writing a purpose statement on pages 63 thru 96 in the
book C|azown.
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Go a|ead, say |t/ P0t yo0| o0|oose statement |nto wo|ds. 7a|e a deeo o|eat|, and hn|s| t||s sentence:
"God |as c|eated me w|t| a d|eam fo| my ||fe, and / t||n| |t m|g|t oe...
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LIVING LIFE ON PURPOSE...
Now that you have identifed your C|azown, or purpose statement, use these pages to jot down ideas on how you
can begin living your life on purpose. Don't limit yourself to small thinking. Remember, God's C|azown for your life is
often bigger than you can imagine!
Ask yourself...when it comes to living your C|azown, where do you hope to be...
1 month from now?
6 months from now?
1 year from now?
5 years from now?
10 years from now?
When you imagine the end of your life, what are your highest goals or hopes concerning your C|azown, or life purpose?
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Next, ask yourself:
1. What steps can l take to begin moving toward God's C|azown for my life? (Don't edit yourself here. Brainstorm!
Write down everything that comes to mind.j
2. What one or two steps can l take right now to begin moving toward God's C|azown for my life?
Step one:
Step two:
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SESSION 5: LIVING YOUR CHAZOWN
When even one of the major areas of ||fe |s not funct|on|ng the way God |ntended, a|| of
||fe can break down.
There are fve important spokes, or life areas, where you can live out your C|azown. lf your C|azown does not shape
each of these fve areas, your life will be unstable.
We can fnish strong if we keep the spokes tight!
THE FIVE SPOKES:
Your Re|at|onsh|p with God
Your Re|at|onsh|ps with Peop|e
Your F|nanc|a| Life
Your Phys|ca| Life
Your Work Life
SPOKE 1: YOUR RELATIONSHIP WITH GOD
Where are you, r|ght now, |n your re|at|onsh|p w|th God?

Hot: You are ____________________.
.yo0| fa|t| |s g|ow|ng mo|e and mo|e, and t|e |ove eve|y one of yo0 |as fo| eac| ot|e| |s |nc|eas|ng.
2 7|essa|on|ans 1:3 N/v

Cold: You do not _________________ God yet.
.He w|o sent me |s t|0e. Yo0 do not |now jGodj, o0t / |now ||m oeca0se / am f|om ||m and |e sent me.
Jo|n 7:28-29 N/v

Lukewarm: You are ___________________________.
We m0st oay mo|e ca|ef0| attent|on, t|e|efo|e, to w|at we |ave |ea|d, so t|at we do not d||ft away.
Heo|ews 2:1 N/v
/ |now yo0| deeds, t|at yo0 a|e ne|t|e| co|d no| |ot. / w|s| yo0 we|e e|t|e| one o| t|e ot|e|/ So, oeca0se
yo0 a|e |0|ewa|m-ne|t|e| |ot no| co|d-/ am aoo0t to so|t yo0 o0t of my mo0t|. Reve|at|on 3:15-16 N/v
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To identify the spokes you may need to
focus on frst, see The Five Spokes: A
Survey" on page 01 of Appendix 3 in the
back of your participant guide!
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Some ways to exper|ence God more |n your da||y ||fe are:
Reading His Word daily
Making prayer a bigger part of your life
Fasting
Serving in church
Joining a small group of believers
Finding a mentor, someone who can disciple you as you follow Christ
Spoke 1 and your *OHaVÛ, Quest|ons to cons|der on your own:
How do you think your relationship with God may relate to your C|azown?
How would a strong relationship with God impact your ability to live out your C|azown?
How would neglecting your relationship with God impact your ability to live out your C|azown?
SPOKE 2: YOUR RELATIONSHIPS WITH PEOPLE
Every relationship ends up somewhere.
Few relationships end up somewhere on purpose.
God's greatest command is to love Him. His second greatest is to love His people. Everything is about relationships,
and every aspect of your C|azown will be strengthened and blessed by the right relationships.
RELATIONSHIPS ON PURPOSE: FOUR QUESTIONS
1. What relationship needs to be ____________________? God wants us to do life together, in teams. We all
need others for support, encouragement, and accountability. Who is missing for you? You have to look for these
relationships. Don't wait for them to come to you!
2. What relationship needs to be ________________________? ls there a priority relationship in your life that is not
where it is supposed to be?
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For Next Steps" to consider in your
relationship with God, see page 02
of Appendix 3 in the back of your
participant guide!
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For Next Steps" to consider in your relationships
with others, see page 04 of Appendix 3 in the back
of your participant guide!
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3. What relationship needs to be _______________________? ls there a relationship that is broken, damaged, and not
where it should be? Restoration is not always easy, but it is worth it. The pain of an unresolved relationship is greater
than the pain of confrontation.
4. What relationship needs to be ________________________? There may be times when you have to distance
yourself from bad company.
Do not oe m|s|ed: "Bad comoany co||0ots good c|a|acte|." 1 Co||nt||ans 15:33 N/v
How do you think your relationships with others may relate to your C|azown?
How would strong relationships impact your ability to live out your C|azown?
How would neglecting your relationships impact your ability to live out your C|azown?
SPOKE 3: YOUR FINANCIAL LIFE
Everyone ends up somewhere.
Few people end up somewhere on purpose.
Most people end up in the hole.
Your nances deep|y |mpact your ab|||ty to ||ve out your *OHaVÛ.
TWO ESSENTIAL FINANCIAL QUESTIONS TO ASK YOURSELF:
1. What is your fnancial ______________?
1 year from now?
5 years from now ?
10 years from now ?
Suggested Read|ng. You can learn
more about The Five Spokes by reading
To save time, you may want to focus frst
on those sections related to the spokes
most in need of your attention.
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fnancial life, see page 05 of Appendix 3 in
the back of your participant guide!
2. What is your fnancial _____________?
7|e o|ans of t|e d|||gent |ead to o|oht as s0|e|y as
|aste |eads to oove|ty. P|ove|os 21:5 N/v
When you fail to plan, you plan to fail! With a fnancial vision and
plan, your fnances can end up somewhere on purpose!
How do you think your fnancial life may relate to your C|azown?
How would a strong fnancial life impact your ability to live out your C|azown?
How would neglecting your fnancial life impact your ability to live out your C|azown?
SPOKE 4: YOUR PHYSICAL LIFE

Do yo0 not |now t|at yo0| oody |s a temo|e of t|e Ho|y So|||t. 7|e|efo|e |ono| God w|t| yo0| oody.
1 Co||nt||ans 6:19-20 N/v
Are you honor|ng God w|th the temp|e of the Ho|y Sp|r|t? Ask yourse|f:
1. How are you feed|ng your body? How can you feed your body in a better way?
2. How are you exerc|s|ng your body? How can you exercise more consistently and effectively?
3. How well do you rest your body? What steps can you take to ensure your body gets the quality rest it needs?
4. Are there any add|ct|ons you need to confess to God? How can you seek accountability for your addictions?
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Many peop|e are short-s|ghted when |t comes to the|r hea|thI
Suntan today = Skin cancer tomorrow
Super-size meal today = Super-size belly tomorrow
Beer today = Beer belly tomorrow
Smoking today = Lung cancer tomorrow
A hea|thy body w||| move and equ|p you to
||ve out God's *OHaVÛ for your ||feI
How do you think your physical life may relate to your C|azown?
How would a strong physical life impact your ability to live out your C|azown?
How would neglecting your physical life impact your ability to live out your C|azown?
SPOKE 5: YOUR WORK LIFE
All people work somewhere.
Few people's work end up somewhere on purpose.
Your work ||fe |s whatever you do w|th your _________________ hours.
The L|e:
A job is simply a way to pay the bills.
The Rea||ty:
Your job can be a refection of your deepest C|azown! lf not, it still can and should offer you the freedom to
pursue your C|azown!
Before you were ever born, God had His divine assignments for you. Your g|fts, va|ues and exper|ences all
point to that assignment!
Fo| we a|e God's wo||mans||o, c|eated |n C|||st Jes0s to do good wo||s, w||c| God o|eoa|ed |n advance
fo| 0s to do. Eo|es|ans 2:10 N/v
Are you doing the work God wants you to do?

Yes

No
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physical life, see page 06 of Appendix 3 in
the back of your participant guide!
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lf your response was yes, celebrate and elevate!

Ce|ebrate - Have a party with God. Thank Him for giving you your C|azown!
E|evate - Take your work to the next level.
lf your response was no, this may be a great spoke to focus on!

W|ateve| yo0 do, wo|| at |t w|t| a|| yo0| |ea|t, as wo|||ng fo| t|e /o|d, not fo| men... Co|oss|ans 3:23 N/v
Whatever you are do|ng at th|s moment, do |t for H|m.
Do it with the best attitude He can give you. Do it with everything in you. Don't hold back.
How do you think your work life may relate to your C|azown?
How would a strong work life impact your ability to live out your C|azown?
How would neglecting your work life impact your ability to live out your C|azown?
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For Next Steps" to take concerning your work
life, see page 08 of Appendix 3 in the back of your
participant guide!
TIO
TALK IT OVER
How co0|d t|e hve soo|e a|eas |moact yo0| ao|||ty to ||ve o0t yo0| oe|sona| C|azown?
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THOUGHTS ON THE FIVE SPOKES...
lf you need to work on all Five Spokes, don't panic, and don't try to work on all fve at once!
1. Choose the one or two spokes that need the most work.
2. Take step after achievable step.
One day, we w||| a|| reach the end of our ||fe |n one of two ways:
1. With regret, saying l could have, l should have, l wish l would have," or
2. With no regret, having sought God's C|azown in each of the Five Spokes - or major areas -of our lives.
Seek God's C|azown, and instead of just ending up somewhere, you will end up somewhere, without regret,
on purpose!
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ON YOUR OWN
ln preparation for next week, identify 1 or 2 goals for each of your spoke area(sj of focus. Begin to identify people
who can hold you accountable in each of those areas.
TIO
TALK IT OVER
S|a|e t|e 1 o| 2 soo|e a|eas yo0 |ave dec|ded to foc0s on h|st.
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SESSION 6: CREATING A 100-DAY PLAN
Congratulations! You have made signifcant progress. Let's review the road we've traveled in 7|e C|azown
Exoe||ence so far and celebrate what God has shown us.
Everyone ends up somewhere, few end up somewhere on purpose!
The big question: Will you live your life in a way that glorifes God, or will you end up somewhere
looking back with regrets because you lived a purposeless life?
REVIEW OF YOUR CHAZOWN EXPERIENCE
You've decided an ________________ _______________ is not for you. You've committed to live life on purpose.
You've explored your ______________ __________________ - your past experiences, core values and spiritual gifts.
You've narrowed the vision into one life-directing __________________ __________________.
You've decided to live ______________ ________________ to God, strengthening fve priority areas, or
_________________."
A FORK IN THE ROAD; YOUR TWO CHOICES:
OPTlON A - You can go back to life the way it was, without a C|azown.

Life without vision
Life without purpose
OPTlON B - You can intentionally pursue your C|azown.
The RIGHT cho|ce |s to seek God as you pursue your *OHaVÛ. If you do, He w||| speak
c|ear|y to you as you move toward H|s purpose for your ||feI
TIO
TALK IT OVER
S|a|e t|e 1 o| 2 Next Steos yo0 |ave |dent|hed to oeg|n mov|ng towa|d yo0|
C|azown (fo0nd at t|e oottom of oage 22 of yo0| oa|t|c|oant g0|de.I
Suggested Read|ng. You
can learn more about your 100-day
plan by reading pages 195 thru 219
in the book C|azown.
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YOUR 100-DAY PLAN...
SMART GOALS
Choose which 1-2 spokes you will focus on frst, then set 1-2 goals for each spoke. Each of your goals should be SMART:
Specifc - have you narrowed your focus?
Measurable - can you measure your goals?
Attainable - is the goal realistic?
Relevant - is this the best place for you to focus right now?
Time-bound - when will you have your goal completed?
Be sure to write down your specifc goals. When you do, it will bring excitement, motivation, and accountability to you
as you move toward God's C|azown for your life!
CHARACTERISTICS OF A HEALTHY 100-DAY PLAN
lt is __________________ to you.
lt builds upon well-written __________________.
lt includes ______________________.
SETTING YOUR GOALS:
Review a moment and list again the one or two steps you identifed on the bottom of page 22 that will allow you to
begin moving toward your C|azown.
Step 1:
Step 2:
Now, take a moment and review The Five Spokes. Just like the spokes of a wheel, these fve areas will propel you forward
toward your C|azown. With these spokes in place, you will fnish strong and live your C|azown, or life purpose.
THE FIVE SPOKES
Re|at|onsh|p with God
Re|at|onsh|p with Peop|e
Phys|ca| Life
F|nanc|a| Life
Work Life
Next, identify the 1-2 spokes you have chosen to focus on frst. Then, set 1-2 goals for each of those spokes. Don't
sk|p th|s stepI Having all fve key areas or spokes of your life in place can make all the difference and help move
you toward your C|azown when it might otherwise stay out of reach.
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Spoke 1:
Goal 1:
Goal 2:
Spoke 2:
Goal 1:
Goal 2:
PLAN YOUR ACCOUNTABILITY!
Who will support you? Who will help you resist giving up? lf you do not already have an accountability partner, identify
two or three people to consider inviting to hold you to the goals you have set as you move into your 100-day plan.
You may have more than one accountability partner for different areas of your life. Think about who would be ideal
accountability partners for the spoke(sj you have chosen to focus on frst, then list those people below:
NEXT STEPSLIVING MY LIFE ON PURPOSE:
Step 1: __________________________________________
Step 2: __________________________________________
My frst choice for an accountability partner in these steps is ________________________________________________.
l will invite this person to be my accountability partner by _________ /_________ /_________. (datej
My second choice for an accountability partner in these steps is _____________________________________________.
NEXT STEPSTHE FIVE SPOKES:
Spoke 1: __________________________________________
My frst choice for an accountability partner in this area is ________________________________________________.
My second choice for an accountability partner in this area is _____________________________________________.
Spoke 2: (optionalj__________________________________________
My frst choice for an accountability partner in this area is ________________________________________________.
l will invite this person to be my accountability partner by_________ /_________ /_________. (datej
My second choice for an accountability partner in this area is ________________________________________________.
TIO
TALK IT OVER
Share the goals you have set for each of your
spoke areas of focus along with your plans for
accountability in each of these areas.
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MAKING THE COMMITMENT
lf you're ready to rise to the challenge, pray this prayer and sign it as your contractual commitment to God.
Dea| God,
/ comm|t to o|aye|f0||y hnd someone to |o|d me acco0ntao|e to f0|h|| Yo0| C|azown fo| my ||fe, |nc|0d|ng my |e|at|on-
s||o w|t| Yo0, my |e|at|ons||os w|t| ot|e| oeoo|e, my o|ys|ca| ||fe, my hnanc|a| ||fe, and my ||fe's wo||. P|ease |ead
me to t|e ||g|t oeoo|e. /n Jes0s' name, Amen.
S|gned:_________________________________________________
Date: _________ /_________ /_________
LIVING YOUR NEXT CHAPTER...
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ON YOUR OWN
Place a written version of your 100-Day plan in places where you will see it often. Review it regularly.
Continue to ask yourself what the next step toward your C|azown is. Then continue to take that next step.
lf you have not already done so, make some phone calls. Send some emails. Do whatever it takes to put your
accountability partners in place.
Congratulations! You have a C|azown, or vision! You will not perish! You WlLL end up somewhere...on purpose!
You've dreamed your dreams. You've begun to seek God and His C|azown. You're learning to better understand
your unique design and purpose. You've set some worthy goals. You've chosen (or will choosej someone to go with
you on the journey, to help you stay on the path.
You've come a long way! Great job! But your story is only beginning.
Now that you have comp|eted The Chazown Exper|ence.
visit www.c|azown.com and enter your information online. There you will fnd tools that will help you continue to
follow God's C|azown for your life.
Ask yourself; who do you know who could beneft from 7|e C|azown Exoe||ence? How can you bring this
experience to them? Some ideas could include:
Facilitating your own small group study
Guiding your family through a group study
Leading someone in a one-on-one mentoring relationship using the tools found at www.c|azown.com
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MY NEXT CHAPTER...
A 100-day planning journal
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MY NEXT CHAPTER...
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MY NEXT CHAPTER...
APPENDIX 1 - CREATING A PERSONAL TIMELINE
(EXPANDED INSTRUCTIONS)
TO CREATE YOUR TIMELINE, YOU WILL NEED:
One standard poster board, cut in half.
4 colors of small sticky notes (preferably yellow, pink, blue and purplej
A pen
STEP ONE:
Ident|fy the peop|e, events, and c|rcumstances that have most affected your ||fe.
Us|ng yo0| ye||ow st|c|y notes, oeg|n to w||te down t|e |ey oeoo|e, events and c||c0mstances t|at
|ave s|aoed yo0| ||fe 0o to t||s oo|nt. Use a seoa|ate st|c|y note fo| eac| one. /nc|0de oot| good and
d|fhc0|t moments.
As you complete this step, it is important to brainstorm" and allow your mind to roam freely. Remember, the
only rule of brainstorming is that there are no wrong answers! As soon as a name, an important event, or a life
circumstance comes to mind, write a one or two word name or description down on a sticky note. Peel it off, place it
on the table you are working on, and write another. (Don't place them on the board yetj. By t|e end of t||s exe|c|se,
yo0 s|o0|d |ave 20-30 st|c|y notes o|ov|d|ng a c|oss-sect|on of t|e s|gn|hcant deta||s of yo0| ||fe sto|y.
The key people who infuenced and shaped your life may include friends, family members, classmates, work
associates, peers, mentors, pastors, your spouse, teachers, church friends and acquaintances, and others.
The events that have impacted your life may include graduation, awards, projects you worked on, jobs you've held,
changes in the community, global events that had a personal impact on you, job loss, and other defning moments.
The signifcant circumstances that have affected your life direction may include places you lived, career demands
of your parents, early childhood experiences, schools you attended, ministries you were involved in, and retreats you
experienced - among other things.
STEP TWO:
Put th|ngs |n order.
Next, you will organize your sticky notes chronologically.
Next, place a sticky note at the very top and the very bottom of the board and mark both with a big X." The
purpose of these X" notes is to remind you that when you place your sticky notes on your board, you should leave
a margin across the top and the bottom that is the width of one sticky note. To do this, you will need to place your
yellow and pink notes in the space between these two X" notes.
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Organize your sticky notes chronologically. Place your earliest sticky note in the top left corner (remembering to
leave room for the margin across the top of your boardj. Place your second earliest sticky note below the frst note.
Continue to place your notes on the board, proceeding in a vertical row down the left side until you reach the bottom
(remembering to leave room for the margin across the bottomj. Return to the top of your board and continue the
process in rows until all of your sticky notes are placed in chronological order.
STEP THREE:
Ca|| |t ||ke |t was.
Once you have fnished, take a moment and look at all of the sticky notes on your board. Ask yourself which of them
were painful or hurtful when you experienced them. As you identify those that were diffcult, transfer what you wrote
on the original yellow note to a pink sticky note and discard the yellow one.
You may wonder why your most diffcult experiences are being singled out during this exercise. The act of changing
the color of the sticky note for the diffcult or hurtful experiences allows you to consciously say to yourself, this one
was diffcult... that one hurt." God does some of his deepest work through some of our most diffcult moments in
life. lt is important to acknowledge those times and seasons.
STEP FOUR:
Organ|ze your t|me||ne |nto chapters.
Now take several moments and look at the notes assembled on your board. As you do, you will probably see key
segments, or chapters" of your life journey begin to emerge. Try to identify no fewer than three and no more than six
chapters. As you identify these chapters, you may need to move your sticky notes around some to refect those chapters.
Using the blue sticky notes, write down titles for the chapters you have identifed and place them along the top
margin of your poster board above the chapter they represent. Your chapter titles should refect your thoughts and
feelings about what was occurring in your life during that chapter. Feel free to be creative as you choose titles that
refect you. Some participants have used popular movie titles, while others have chosen names that center around a
favorite hobby or sport. You may also choose terms that may seem random or meaningless to someone else, but that
are personally very signifcant. The important thing is to choose titles that mean something to you. lt's your life story!
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STEP FIVE:
C|ar|fy the turn|ng po|nts and major |essons.
Next, you will identify the turning points" in your timeline. A turning point is an event, experience, or encounter that
altered your life. lt is a defning moment in your journey when:
Life changed for better or worse
Someone intervened in a signifcant way
An important decision was made
You moved in a new direction
Anything else impacted you in a meaningful and lasting way
Turning points are characterized by the fact that in some way, life was not the same after the experience. God
deposits key insights and develops character in us at the turning points of life. ldentifying them will help you see the
important lessons you've learned along the way.
Take several moments and examine your timeline again, looking for 6-8 turning points; the events, experiences and
encounters that have altered your life in important ways. Once you have identifed them, boldly write TP" on the top
of those sticky notes.
Using purple sticky notes, write down the lessons and themes that emerge through your life chapters and turning
points. You may want to use the following questions as a guide:
What was God trying to teach me during this chapter or turning point of my life?
What should l remember as l move forward?
What abilities or insights has God deposited into my life as a result of this experience?
ln what ways can the skills or insights God gave me through this experience impact my future?
What character traits were developed in me as a result?
What character traits have l come to value most in others?
Are there any unique experiences or insights l have gained?
What are some of the ways God has used me?
Did this experience reveal anything to me about what God is like?
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Place these lessons and themes along the bottom margin of your poster board, underneath the corresponding
turning point or chapter. Then list them in the circle below.
Fo| add|t|ona| |e|o and |eso0|ces |e|ated to c|eat|ng a oe|sona| t|me||ne and |ow God s|aoes and deve|oos eac| of
o0| ||ves fo| a 0n|q0e cont||o0t|on, contact /eade| B|ea|t||0 and 7e||y Wa|||ng at www.|eade|o|ea|t||0.com.
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APPENDIX 2SPIRITUAL GIFTS TEST
God has given each of us who are believers specifc spiritual gifts. This spiritual gifts test will help you determine
what spiritual gifts and special talents God has given you. The test evaluates 22 gifts and talents. (Do not look ahead
to see what these gifts and talents are because that will infuence your results!j
INSTRUCTIONS:
This spiritual gifts test consists of 110 statements that you are to respond to by entering in a number for each on
the analysis sheet (see page 2 of this appendixj. Depending on how you feel about each statement, enter a number
between 1 and 10; 1 meaning that the statement does not describe you at all, and 10 meaning that the statement
describes you perfectly.
This test is designed for followers of Christ. lf you have been following Christ for at least a few years, you should use
your personal experiences as the basis for your responses. lf you are a new believer, then base your responses on
how well each statement describes you (even if you have not yet experienced what the statement refers to.j
Please keep in mind that this test was written by human beings and is certainly imperfect. lt should be used as a
starting place to begin to discover how God has gifted you, but not as an absolute truth. The test may not always
indicate your true spiritual gifts. lt is just one tool in what should be a life-long search for how God has gifted you so
you can give to others.
READ THIS VERY CAREFULLY!
Before you start the test, fnd the analysis sheet. Tear it out of your book, then fold it along the gray line that runs
down the middle of the sheet. Place it so that the 110 numbered boxes are facing up and you cannot see the list of
spiritual gifts and talents.
As you take the test, enter a response for each statement in the corresponding pre-numbered box, rating on a
scale of 1 to 10 how well the statement describes you.
Once you have completed a column, move back to the top and continue the test. Hide each fnished column under
your participant guide so you cannot see the columns you have already answered. This will help to ensure unbiased
responses on the remainder of the test.
Respond to each statement quickly with your frst feeling. Because the list is fairly extensive and we don't have
every gift, you will probably have many more low number responses than high number responses. That is ok.
When you are fnished, read the analysis instructions on page 8 of this appendix.
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SPIRITUAL GIFTS TEST ANALYSIS SHEET
(TEAR THIS SHEET OUT, THEN FOLD ALONG CENTER GRAY LINE)
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5 COLUMNS
RANK lN ORDER
HlGHEST TO
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NAME OF SPlRlTUAL GlFT
/ TALENT
Administration / Guidance
Apostle
Crafsmanship / Artisan
Discernment
Encouragement
Evangelism
Exhortation
Faith
Giving
Helps / Service
Hospitality
lntercession / Prayer
Knowledge
Leadership
Mercy / Compassion
Missionary
Music
Pastoring / Shepherding
Prophesy
Teaching
Wisdom
Writing
G|ft 1
G|ft 2
G|ft 3
G|ft 4
G|ft 5
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BEGIN TEST:
1. People come to me when they are in desperate situations, and l am able to fnd someone who can help.
2. l feel empowered to stand alone for Christ in a hostile, unbelieving environment.
3. l enjoy using my artistic talents to create things that bring glory to God.
4. l easily perceive whether a person is honest or dishonest.
5. l often speak words of hope to others.
6. l am drawn to non-believers because of my desire to win them to Christ.
7. l have urged others to seek Biblical solutions to their problems or suffering.
8. l hold fast to my personal belief in the truth even in the presence of ridicule, apparent failure, or pain.
9. l can give sacrifcially because l know that God will meet my needs.
10. When l serve the Lord, l really don't care who gets the credit.
11. My home is always open to whomever God brings to me.
12. l fnd myself praying when it might seem l should be doing other things.
13. l have had spiritual insights that others have said helped bring them closer to God.
14. Others seek my guidance to accomplish tasks.
15. l feel great compassion for the problems of others.
16. l relate well to people of different cultures.
17. Music lifts my spirit and makes me feel closer to God.
18. l earnestly want to help Christians who have lost their way.
19. l feel a keen sense of responsibility to proclaim God's Word to people.
20. Studying the Bible and sharing what l learn with others is very satisfying for me.
21. l often feel an unusual presence of God and personal confdence when important decisions need to be made.
22. l sometimes express my love for God by writing poems, songs, prayers, or devotionals.
23. l have been responsible for guiding tasks in my church to success.
24. l feel God has asked me to establish new churches where people have never heard of Him.
25. l like to make gifts for others that will remind them of God or Jesus.
26. l can sense whether a person is motivated by selfsh or unselfsh desires.
27. l enjoy speaking uplifting words to people who are discouraged.
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28. l have led others to a decision for salvation through faith in Christ.
29. l can challenge others without making them feel condemned.
30. l am completely convinced God will fulfll His Word, even in circumstances when it seems He is not doing so yet.
31. God has used me to meet someone's fnancial or material need.
32. l enjoy doing simple things for others that touch them deeply.
33. l enjoy greeting and welcoming people to my church and my home.
34. l often feel the need to pray for someone before others feel it.
35. l understand portions of God's word that others fnd diffcult.
36. l delegate tasks to others to accomplish God's work.
37. l want to work with those who have physical or mental problems to alleviate their suffering.
38. l am willing to leave comfortable surroundings if it enables me to share Christ with more people.
39. Singing, dancing, and playing songs of praise to God for pure enjoyment is personally satisfying.
40. God has allowed me to effectively disciple other believers.
41. l fnd great joy in boldly announcing the Word of God to a specifc situation.
42. People have told me that l have helped them learn Biblical truths.
43. Sometimes God gives me an insight into the proper course of action l or others should take.
44. l am able to take complex spiritual matters and write them down in a way that others can understand more easily.
45. l serve others by organizing and harnessing their gifts to solve a particular problem.
46. l boldly lead people where God wants them to go.
47. l like to serve God by working with my hands and making things.
48. l easily perceive the difference between truth and falsehood.
49. l can effectively motivate people to get involved in ministry.
50. l am able to determine when the Spirit has prepared a person to receive Jesus Christ.
51. People will take correction from me because they know l am on their side.
52. My hope in God is inspiring to others.
53. l am willing to maintain a lower standard of living in order to beneft God's work.
54. l have enjoyed doing routine tasks that have led to more effective ministry by others.
55. l try to make everyone feel welcome and comfortable at church suppers or social events.
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56. When l hear a prayer request, l pray for that need for several days, at least.
57. Through study or experience l have discerned major strategies God seems to use in furthering His kingdom.
58. God has given me an ability to rally the troops" in giving aid to others.
59. l enjoy spending time with a lonely shut-in person or someone in prison.
60. The thought of beginning a new church in a new community is exciting to me.
61. People have said they see the love of Jesus on my face when l sing, dance, or play music.
62. l feel l am responsible to help protect weak Christians from dangerous infuences.
63. People tell me that l say things that are inspiring and convicting.
64. Teaching a Bible class is one of the most enjoyable things l do (or could doj.
65. When a person has a problem, l can frequently guide him or her to the best Biblical solution.
66. l love to study God's Word and write down what l have learned.
67. l can recognize talents and gifts in others, and fnd ways to use those gifts for God.
68. God consistently gives me positions of authority.
69. l am able to show people something about who God is through my art.
70. l can determine the truthfulness or error of a given theological statement.
71. l have verbally given confdence to the wavering, the troubled, or the discouraged.
72. l minister better to those who do not yet know Christ than to believers.
73. l enjoy motivating people to a higher spiritual commitment.
74. l've been known to try the impossible because l have a great trust in God.
75. l have strongly sensed God asking me to give money to a specifc person or cause.
76. l would rather work in secret than have my work recognized publicly.
77. l feel very comfortable when people drop in unexpectedly.
78. Praying for others is one of my favorite pastimes.
79. l sometimes fnd l know things that l have never been taught.
80. lt is a thrill to inspire others to greater involvement in church work.
81. l enjoy visiting people in hospitals and retirement homes, and feel l am helpful when l do.
82. More than most, l have a strong desire to see people in other countries won to the Lord.
83. People tell me they have been moved spiritually by my singing, dancing, or playing music.
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84. l feel God is asking me to be the spiritual leader of a group of Christians.
85. l am willing to speak against sin and evil, even though l might be criticized and ridiculed.
86. l devote considerable time to learning new Biblical truths in order to communicate them to others.
87. l feel l am especially good at selecting the best alternative in a diffcult situation.
88. People say they have been touched spiritually by things l have written.
89. People sometimes look to me for guidance in coordination, organization, and ministry opportunities.
90. God has used me to bring the gospel to people who have never heard it.
91. l feel compelled to use my hands to craft things that show an aspect of God in some way.
92. l can quickly recognize whether or not a person's teaching is consistent with God's word.
93. People who are feeling perplexed often come to me for comfort.
94. l'm troubled when salvation is not emphasized.
95. l can identify with weakness and temptation so as to encourage people to repent and believe.
96. l have believed God for the impossible and have seen it happen in a tangible way.
97. l strive to fnd ways to give to others without calling attention to myself.
98. lf someone is facing a serious crisis, l see it as an opportunity to help them.
99. When people come to my home, they often say they feel at home with me.
100. Others have told me that my prayers for them have been answered in tangible ways.
101. God has given me words to say in different situations that have surprised even me.
102. l believe in motivating others to obey Christ by the living testimony of my life.
103. Sometimes l am overcome with emotion for the person l am praying for.
104. People of a different race or culture have been drawn to me, and we have related well.
105. l fnd great joy in playing or singing music for God.
106. God has given me the ability to teach and preach spiritual truth.
107. l speak God's Word powerfully and without compromise.
108. l communicate Biblical truths to others in a way that leads to identifable change in them.
109. People with spiritual problems come to me for advice and counsel.
110. l prefer to write down my thoughts about God rather than speaking them out loud.
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ANALYSIS INSTRUCTIONS
First, look over the analysis sheet to make sure you have entered a number from 1 to 10 in each of the 110 pre-
numbered response boxes. lf you left any of the boxes empty, go back to the corresponding statement and enter
your response.
Now, unfold the analysis sheet. Calculate the sum of the 5 responses in each horizontal row and enter it in the sum
column. Do this for each of the 22 rows of responses. Each sum should be a number between 5 and 50.
Next, look over the 22 numbers you have just entered in the vertical sum column. ldentify the highest number. Now,
place an 1" in the rank column for the row with the highest sum. lf there is more than one row with this same high
number, place an 1" in the rank column for each.
Look for the second highest number. Place a 2" in the rank column for each row with this number.
Look for the third highest number and place a 3" in the rank column for each row with this number.
Continue this process until you have identifed your top fve spiritual gifts and talents.
You can fnd out more about your spiritual gifts and talents by reading the spiritual gifts reference material on the
following pages.
SPIRITUAL GIFTS REFERENCE MATERIAL
DEFINITIONS AND BIBLICAL REFERENCES
The main places in the Bible where we learn about Spiritual Gifts are:
1 Corinthians 12-14
Romans 12
Ephesians 4
ADMINISTRATION
Administration is the special ability God gives to some that allows them to accomplish God-given goals and
directives by planning, organizing, and supervising others.
People with the gift of administration have the ability to understand what makes an organization function and can
plan and execute procedures that accomplish the goals of the ministry.
People with this gift:
- develop strategies or plans to reach identifed goals
- assist organizations to become more effective and effcient
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- create order out of organizational chaos
- manage or coordinate a variety of responsibilities to accomplish a task
- organize people, tasks, or events
1 Corinthians 12:28-31
Luke 14:28-30
APOSTLE
Apostles are able to exercise general leadership or oversight over a number of churches with an authority in spiritual
matters. Their authority is readily recognized. God appoints Christians with this gift to lead, inspire, and develop the
Church by the proclamation and the teaching of true doctrine.
Apostles have a divine ability to start and oversee the development of new churches or ministry structures.
- pioneer and establish new ministries or churches
- adapt to different surroundings by being culturally sensitive and aware
- desire to minister to unreached people in other communities or countries
- have responsibilities to oversee ministries or groups of churches
- demonstrate authority and vision for the mission of the church
Ephesians 4:11-16
2 Corinthians 12:12
Matthew 10:1-8
Acts 2:42-44
CRAFTSMANSHIP / ARTIST
Believers with this gift possess the skill to create artistic expressions that provoke a spiritual response. Those with
the gift of skilled craftsmanship have an unusual ability to create, build, maintain, or repair things.
Craftsmen are able to creatively design and/or construct items to be used for ministry. Artists communicate God's
truth through a variety of art forms.
- work with wood, cloth, paint, metal, glass, and other raw materials
- make things that increase the effectiveness of others or provide specifc help to others
- design and build tangible items and resources
- use the arts to communicate God's truth
- develop and use artistic skills such as drama, writing, art, music, dance, etc.
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- use variety and creativity to captivate people and cause them to consider Christ's message
- challenge people's perspective of God through various forms of the arts
- demonstrate fresh ways to express Biblical truths
Exodus 28:3-4
Exodus 31:1-11
Exodus 35:30-35
DISCERNMENT
Discernment is the special ability God gives to some to know with assurance whether certain behavior or teaching is
truth or contains error. People with the gift of discernment have an uncanny ability to differentiate between good and
evil, right and wrong.
- distinguish truth from error, right from wrong, pure motives from impure
- identify deception with accuracy and appropriateness
- determine whether a word attributed to God is authentic
- recognize inconsistencies in a teaching, prophetic message, or interpretation
1 John 4:1-6
2 Chronicles 2:12
Psalm 119:125
Proverbs 3:21
1 Kings 3:9
Hebrews 5:14
ENCOURAGEMENT
Encouragement is the special ability God gives some to offer comfort, words of encouragement, hope, and reassur-
ance to discouraged, weak, or troubled Christians in a way that consoles them.
- come to the side of those who are discouraged to reassure them and give them hope
- emphasize God's promises and confdence in His will
Romans 12:6-8
Titus 1:9
Acts 11:23-24
Acts 14:21-22
1 Thessalonians 2:11-12
1 Thessalonians 5:9-11
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EVANGELISM / EVANGELIST
Evangelists are gifted with a special ability to proclaim the Gospel of salvation effectively so that people respond and
become followers of Christ. These people possess the ability to effectively communicate the gospel to unbelievers
so they respond in faith and move toward discipleship.
- communicate the message of Christ with clarity and conviction
- seek out opportunities to talk to unbelievers about spiritual matters
- challenge unbelievers to faith and to become fully devoted followers of Christ
- adapt their presentation of the gospel to connect with the individual's needs
- seek opportunities to build relationships with unbelievers
Ephesians 4:11-16
Matthew 28:16-20
Acts 2:36-40
Acts 8:5-6
Acts 14:21
Acts 8:26-40
2 Timothy 4:5
EXHORTATION
People with this gift have a special ability through the use of words to strengthen weak, faltering, and fainthearted
Christians, motivating them to become all God wants them to be.
Exhorters help others reach their full potential by means of encouraging, challenging, comforting, and guiding. They
are able to present truth in a way that urges those who are discouraged or wavering in their faith to take action.
- come to the side of those who are weak in spirit to strengthen them
- challenge or confront others to trust and hope in the promises of God
- urge others to action by applying Biblical truth
- offer advice, a solution, or ideas for progress
- motivate others to grow
1 Timothy 5:1-2
Hebrews 3:13
1 Thessalonians 5:14
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FAITH
Those with the spiritual gift of faith have especially strong conviction. They are frmly persuaded of
God's power and promises to accomplish His will and purpose. These gifted people display strong confdence in
God and His Word, and circumstances and obstacles do not shake that conviction.
The spiritual gift of faith enables the believer to act on God's promises with confdence and unwavering belief in His
ability to fulfll His purposes.
- believe the promises of God and inspire others to do the same
- act with complete confdence in God's ability to overcome obstacles
- demonstrate an attitude of trust in God's will and His promises
- advance the cause of Christ because they go forward when others will not
- ask God for what is needed and trust Him for His provision
Mark 5:25-34
Acts 27:21-25
Hebrews 11
Romans 4:18-21
GIVING
The gift of giving enables a believer to recognize God's blessings and to respond to those blessings by generously,
sacrifcially, and cheerfully giving of their time, talents, and money without thought of being repaid.
This gift enables believers to contribute fnancial and other resources when God asks them to with cheerfulness and
generosity. lnstead of asking How much do l |ave to give to God," people with the spiritual gift of giving often fnd
themselves asking How much can l give?"
- manage their fnances and limit their lifestyle in order to give away as much as possible
- support the work of ministry with sacrifcial gifts to advance God's work
- meet the tangible needs of others so that spiritual growth can occur
- provide resources generously and cheerfully, trusting God for His provision
- may have a special ability to make money so that they may use it to further God's work
Romans 12:6-8
2 Corinthians 8:2-5
Mark 12:41-44
Matthew 6:3-4
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HELPS / SERVICE
This is the gift that enables a believer to work gladly behind the scenes to ensure that God's work is
accomplished. The special ability God gives some to serve the church in a supporting role or to invest their talents in the
life and ministry of others enables people with this gift to make a lasting difference in the world.
Believers with this gift are able to accomplish practical and necessary tasks which free-up, support, and meet the needs of others.
- serve behind the scenes whenever needed to support the gifts and ministries of others (often without having to be askedj
- see the tangible and practical things that need to be done and enjoy doing them
- sense God's purpose and pleasure in meeting every day responsibilities
- attach spiritual value to practical service
- enjoy knowing that they are freeing up others to do what God has called them to do
- would rather do a job than fnd someone else to do it
HOSPITALITY
Those with a gift for making others feel like they are at home have the gift of hospitality. Believers with this gift provide an open
home and warm welcome to those in need of food, lodging, and fellowship. The gift of hospitality is marked by a readiness to
invite others into your home or church and to make them feel not only welcome, but as though they belong there.
- provide an environment where people feel valued and cared for
- meet new people and help them feel welcomed
- create a safe and comfortable setting where relationships can develop
- seek ways to connect people together into meaningful relationships
- set people at ease in unfamiliar surroundings
1 Peter 4:9-10
Romans 12:9-13
Acts 16:14-15
Luke 10:38
Hebrews 13:1-2
Romans 16:1-2
Acts 9:36
Mark 15:40-41
Galatians 6:2
Romans 12:6-8
1 Peter 4:11
Philippians 2:19-23
Luke 22:24-27
John 13:14
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INTERCESSION / PRAYER
Some people are especially gifted by God to pray for extended periods of time on a regular basis and see frequent
and specifc answers to their prayers. Their gift enables them to consistently pray on behalf of and for others, seeing
frequent and specifc results.
- feel compelled to earnestly pray on behalf of someone or some cause
- have a daily awareness of the spiritual battles being waged
- are convinced God moves in direct response to prayer
- pray in response to the leading of the Holy Spirit, whether they understand it or not
KNOWLEDGE
The gift of knowledge is a special gift that enables certain Christians to understand in an exceptional way the great
truths of God's Word and to make them relevant to specifc situations in the church. Believers with this gift desire to
seek out and learn as much about the Bible as they possibly can. They enjoy gathering and analyzing information
about the Bible. Their gift enables them to bring truth to others through a revelation or Biblical insight.
- receive truth which enables them to better serve others
- search the scriptures for insight, understanding, and truth
- gain knowledge which at times was not attained by natural means
- have an unusual insight or understanding that serves others
- organize information for teaching and practical use
Ephesians 6:18
1 Timothy 2:1-2 1
Kings 13:6
Luke 11:1-10
Matthew 6:6-15
Mark 11:22-25
James 5:14-16
Colossians 4:12-13
1 Thessalonians 3:10
2 Chronicles 1:7-12
Colossians 2:2-3
2 Corinthians 11:6
Daniel 2:20-21
Proverbs 2:6
Proverbs 9:10
Psalm 119:66
Jeremiah 3:15
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LEADERSHIP
Those with the spiritual gift of leadership are able to set goals to accomplish God's purposes and can communicate
these goals to others in such a way that they voluntarily work together to accomplish them. Believers with this gift
are able to cast vision, motivate, and direct people to accomplish the purposes of God.
- provide direction for God's people or ministry
- motivate others to perform to the best of their abilities
- present the big picture" for others to see
- model the values of the organization
- take responsibility and establish goals
Romans 12:6-8
Hebrews 13:7
Hebrews 13:17
MERCY / COMPASSION
This gift allows certain Christians to feel exceptional empathy and compassion for those who are suffering
physically, mentally, or emotionally. They are able to feel genuine sympathy for the misery of others, speaking
words of compassion. Most importantly, they are able to care for those who suffer with acts of love that help
alleviate their distress.
Believers with the gift of mercy cheerfully and practically help those who are suffering and in need by putting
compassion into action.
- focus upon alleviating the sources of pain or discomfort in suffering people
- address the needs of the lonely and forgotten
- express love, grace, and dignity to those facing hardships and crisis
- serve in diffcult or unsightly circumstances and do so cheerfully
- concern themselves with individual or social issues that oppress people
Romans 12:6-8
Luke 7:12-15
Luke 10:30-37
Matthew 20:29-34
Matthew 25:34-40
Mark 9:41
Matthew 5:7
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MISSIONS
Those with the special ability God gives to some to minister in another culture have the spiritual gift of missions.
Those with this gift fnd it easy or exciting to adjust to a different culture or community. Missionaries fnd great joy
working with minorities, people of other countries, or those with other distinct cultural differences. This gift instills in
believers a stronger-than-average desire to be a part of the fulfllment of the Great Commission around the world.
- have an intense feeling of unease at the thought of all the unsaved people in the world
- adapt themselves and core Biblical principles to different surroundings by being culturally sensitive and aware
- have the ability to reach out to people groups of a different ethnicity, language, or cultural background
- can establish meaningful relationships with people of other nationalities or cultures
- desire to minister to unreached people in other communities or countries
MUSIC
Music is the spiritual gift that gives a believer the ability to present personal witness and inspiration to others through
instrumental music, singing, or dancing. These gifted believers praise God through music in a way that enhances
the worship experience of other believers. Those listening or watching become inspired to feel the presence and
majesty of God.
- sing or play a musical instrument well, and enjoy it
- fnd joy in singing or playing praises to God, either alone or with other people
- feel secure in the fact that their musical ability will be of beneft to other people with whom they come in contact
- can use their musical ability to help and inspire others to worship God
Ephesians 3:6-8
Mark 16:15
Acts 1:8
Acts 13:2-5
Acts 22:21
Romans 10:14-15
1 Samuel 16:14-23
1 Corinthians 14:26
Psalm 33:1-3
Psalm 96:1-2
Psalm 100:1-2
Psalm 149:3
Psalm 150:1-6
Colossians 3:16
2 Chronicles 5:12-13
2 Samuel 6:14-15
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PASTOR / SHEPHERD
Believers with the spiritual gift of a pastor/shepherd are able to assume a long-term personal responsibility for
leadership and the spiritual care, protection, guidance, and teaching of a group of believers. They feel a strong
desire to nurture, care for, and guide people to follow and become like Christ.
- take responsibility to nurture the whole person in their walk with God
- provide guidance and oversight to a group of God's people
- model with their life what it means to be a fully devoted follower of Christ
- establish trust and confdence through long-term relationships
- lead and protect those within their span of care
PROPHET / PROPHECY
Believers with the spiritual gift of prophecy are able to proclaim the Word of God with clarity and apply it fearlessly to
strengthen, encourage, and convict other believers and to convince unbelievers. These believers are especially able
to interpret and apply God's revelation in a given situation. They reveal truth and proclaim it in a timely and relevant
manner for understanding, correction, repentance, and edifcation.
- speak a timely word from God causing conviction, repentance, and edifcation
- see truth that others often fail to see and challenge them to respond
- understand God's heart and mind through experiences He takes them through
John 10:1-16
Acts 20:28
Ephesians 4:11-15
1 Timothy 3:1-7
2 Timothy 4:1-2
1 Timothy 4:11-16
1 Peter 5:1-4
Romans 12:6-8
Ephesians 4:11-13
Deuteronomy 18:18-22
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TEACHING / TEACHER
Some believers have been given a unique ability to explain the truths of the Word of God clearly and apply them
effectively so that others understand and learn. They instruct others about the Bible in a logical and systematic
way that communicates and imparts true understanding and growth. These gifted believers are able to understand,
clearly explain, and apply the word of God in a way that causes those listening to become more like Christ.
- communicate Biblical truth that inspires greater obedience to the Word
- challenge listeners simply and practically with the truths of scripture
- focus on changing lives by helping others understand the Bible better
- give attention to detail and accuracy
- prepare through extended times of study and refection
Ephesians 4:11-16
Romans 12:6-8
Hebrews 5:12-14
Acts 18:24-28
WISDOM
This gift allows a believer to sort through opinions, facts, and thoughts in order to determine what solution would be
best for themselves and others. These gifted individuals are able to apply knowledge to life in a way that is relevant
and practical to daily life and decision making. They know the mind of God in a way that brings insight into how to
apply knowledge so that specifc needs of others are met.
- focus on the unseen consequences as they determine the next steps to take
- receive an understanding of what is necessary to meet the needs of others
- provide God-given solutions in the midst of confict and confusion
- hear God's direction in a given situation
- apply spiritual truth in specifc and practical ways
James 3:13-18
2 Chronicles 1:7-11
Acts 6:3-10
James 1:5-8
1 Kings 3:16-28
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WRITING
This gift gives a believer the ability to express truth in written form in a way that builds up, instructs, comforts or
strengthens others. Their special ability to formulate thoughts and ideas into meaningful written form enables the
reader to fnd courage, guidance, knowledge, or edifcation through their words. The writers of the Bible had this gift.
- may write stories, sermons, devotions, histories, prayers, songs, or poetry to be used to build up the body of Christ
- are inspired by the Holy Spirit in what they write
- may teach God's Word to others through what they write
- often use writing to express other gifts
- may be better at expressing their thoughts in written form than in verbal form
Luke 1:1-3
1 John 2:1
1 John 2:12-14
1 Timothy 3:14-15
Jude 1:3
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APPENDIX 3 NEXT STEPS: FOCUSING ON THE FIVE SPOKES...
THE FIVE SPOKES: A SURVEY
Completing the following survey may help you determine the spokes or areas where you might be most hungry for
vision. Mark any of the following that are true for you:
Spoke 1 - Your Re|at|onsh|p w|th God

l usually feel distant from God.

l don't spend much time praying or reading the Bible.

l'm inconsistent in my relationship with God.

l struggle with doubts about God.

l am not involved in a church. (Attending only occasionally is not being involved.j
Spoke 2 - Your Re|at|onsh|ps w|th Peop|e

l am in one or more painful or destructive relationships.

l often feel lonely.

ln few (or nonej of my relationships am l helping others draw closer to Christ, nor are they doing that for me.

l do not have a mentor.

l fear intimacy.
Spoke 3 - Your F|nanc|a| L|fe

l carry credit card balances from month to month.

l feel fnancially hindered from doing some things God wants me to do.

l'm often worried about fnances.

lf l didn't have an income for one month, l couldn't pay my bills.

l'm not tithing 10 percent of my income to God.
Spoke 4 - Your Phys|ca| L|fe
l'm often tired and worn down.
l struggle with sexual promiscuity, smoking, or drug or alchohol abuse.
l haven't had a physical in years.
l don't exercise regularly.
l think the four basic food group are Taco Bell, McDonald's, Wendy's, and KFC.
Spoke 5- Your Work L|fe (|nc|ud|ng vo|unteer serv|ce and ra|s|ng fam||y|

l feel little or no passion about my work.

l dream about doing something different.

l don't think my work has much, if anything, to do with God.

My gifts and passions are underutilized.

l don't have a clue what l need to do with this part of my life.
The categories in which you marked the most statements are the ones you might consider giving priority attention.
You can't do everything at once, so pick one or two of the fve spokes to focus on in the coming weeks.
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SPOKE 1 NEXT STEPS; YOUR RELATIONSHIP WITH GOD
QUESTION 1 - What barr|ers are h|nder|ng you from exper|enc|ng God?
Two things that can hinder our intimacy with God:
1. Sin
2. ldolatry
He w|o |as c|ean |ands and...w|o does not ||ft 0o ||s so0| to an |do|...He w||| |ece|ve o|ess|ng
f|om t|e /ORD... Psa|ms 24:4-5 N/v
OVERCOMING SIN

Come oac| to yo0| senses as yo0 o0g|t, and stoo s|nn|ng... 1 Co||nt||ans 15:34 N/v
What sin is hindering your relationship with God?
ln case you've ever felt trapped by a habitual, repetitive sin, here's some encouragement from God's Word:
God |s fa|t|f0|, |e w||| not |et yo0 oe temoted oeyond w|at yo0 can oea|. B0t w|en yo0 a|e temoted, |e w|||
a|so o|ov|de a way o0t... 1 Co||nt||ans 10:13 N/v
No sin is too big for God to conquer in you. God will show you a way out!
REJECTING IDOLS
ldolatry is not a single act of sin. Think of it more as a lifestyle built around sinful priorities. Anything we value can
become more valuable to us than God. That is when it becomes an idol.
Yo0 s|a|| |ave no ot|e| gods oefo|e me. Exod0s 20:3 N/v

Materialism

Pride

Sexual

Lust

Laziness

Gluttony

Envy

Self-centeredness

Anger

Lying

Other:
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1. Who or what do you put ahead of God?
2. What are you going to do to change it?
QUESTION 2 - What d|sc|p||nes best he|p you to exper|ence God?
Resolve to take action to increase your intimacy and time with God. The good news is, He wants to be found!
Yo0 w||| see| me and hnd me w|en yo0 see| me w|t| a|| yo0| |ea|t. / w||| oe fo0nd oy yo0," dec|a|es t|e
/ORD... Je|em|a| 29:13-14 N/v
Yo0 |ave fo|sa|en yo0| h|st |ove...Reoent and do t|e t||ngs yo0 d|d at h|st. Reve|at|on 2:4-5 N/v

(P|ace a ma|| oes|de t|e t||ngs yo0 w||| do to foc0s on yo0| |e|at|ons||o w|t| God.I

Bible study

Worship

Serving

Prayer

Fellowship

Missions

Fasting

Accountability

Mentorship

Other:
ln your 100-Day Journal, write down your action plan to increase your intimacy with God. Ask Him to help you!
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SPOKE 2 NEXT STEPS;
YOUR RELATIONSHIPS WITH OTHERS
CREATE A RELATIONAL ACTION PLAN
Fill in the blanks, then make notes below each step detailing how you plan to accomplish it.
Step 1 - l will initiate a relationship with ______________________ by ___________ (datej.
Step 2 - l commit to nurture my relationship with ____________________ by _____________ (fll in specifcsj.
Step 3 - l commit to attempt to restore my relationship with ___________________ by _____________ (fll in specifcsj.
Step 4 - l commit to lovingly redefne or sever my relationship with ________________ until God shows me otherwise.
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SPOKE 3 NEXT STEPS;
YOUR FINANCIAL PLAN
1. Take another look at your core values. ln the world of wealth, if you don't stand for something, you'll lay down
your money for anything. List your core values again here:
2. Defne your fnancial vision according to your core values:
Examples:
lf physical health is a core value, your vision might include driving an older car to afford a gym membership.
lf generosity is one of your values, your vision might be to save money by packing your lunch instead of eating out,
freeing up more funds to give.
lf having a stay-at-home mom is a core value of your family, you might choose to live in a smaller house so she
doesn't have to work to help meet the payments.
Let your values determine your fnancial plan. List some ideas below:
3. Get help! Choose someone with whom you can be completely transparent and honest about your fnances. Let
them hold you accountable. Then take step after achievable step to pay off old debt as you live your fnancial life
according to God's C|azown.
P|ans fa|| fo| |ac| of co0nse|, o0t w|t| many adv|se|s t|ey s0cceed. P|ove|os 15:22 (N/vI
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SPOKE 4 NEXT STEPS;
YOUR PHYSICAL PLAN
QUESTION 1 - How w||| you feed your body?
...No one eve| |ated ||s own oody, o0t |e feeds and ca|es fo| |t, |0st as C|||st does t|e c|0|c|...
Eo|es|ans 5:29 N/v
Ask yourse|f these quest|ons: (Be honestI|
1. Do you need to eliminate certain foods or drinks from your diet? Which ones?
2. ln what areas do you lack physical discipline?
3. Do you need supplemental vitamins or other nutrients?
4. What question are you relieved is not listed here? Ask it!
Based on your answers, list the positive changes you are committing to make. Then, seek accountability!
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QUESTION 2 - How w||| you care for your body?
Ask yourself these questions:
1. Do you need a physical or some other sort of doctor's examination?
2. Do you need to begin regular exercise?
3. Are you addicted to something you need to overcome?
4. Do you need more sleep?
5. Are you living with stress? Do you need to fnd appropriate relief?
6. Are you taking adequate time off?
7. Are you a workaholic?
8. What question are you relieved is not listed here? Ask it!
Based on your answers, list the positive changes you are committing to make. Then, seek accountability!
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SPOKE 5 NEXT STEPS;
YOUR WORK PLAN
For this season of your life, are you doing the work God wants you to do?
Two things to remember if your answer is no:
1. Don't panic!
2. Trust God.
7|0st |n t|e /o|d w|t| a|| yo0| |ea|t and |ean not on yo0| own 0nde|stand|ng, |n a|| yo0| ways ac|now|edge
||m, and |e w||| ma|e yo0| oat|s st|a|g|t. P|ove|os 3:5-6 N/v
Now, take a deep breath. Look back through your Chazown participant guide. Then ask yourself:
What are the common themes?
What excites and entices you toward making an impact for God?
Now, look again at the Three Circles. List them again below, prayerfully thinking through each of your past
experiences, core values and spiritual gifts as you write them down.
CHAZOWN
C
SPIRITUAL
GIFTS
CORE
VALUES
PAST
EXPERIENCES
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Cons|der these quest|ons once more:
1. lf money were no object and you could do anything you wanted for the rest of your life, what would you do?
2. Besides ministering to those who are most important to you, what is the number one thing that you believe God
wants to accomplish through you?
Now, ask yourse|f:
1. What is your vision for your work fve years from now?
2. What is your vision for your work ten years from now?
L|st 2-3 short-term goa|s to he|p you move toward your v|s|on:
Goal 1:
Goal 2:
Goal 3:
Now, list your very next step:
Next, choose someone to hold you accountable to that step!
F|na||y, remember. Whatever you are do|ng at th|s moment, do |t for H|m. Do |t w|th the
best att|tude He can g|ve you. Do |t w|th everyth|ng |n you. Don't ho|d backI
W|ateve| yo0 do, wo|| at |t w|t| a|| yo0| |ea|t as wo|||ng fo| t|e /o|d, not fo| men. Co|oss|ans 3:23 N/v
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