"...just as [Jesus] did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give His life as a ransom for many." ~Matthew 20:28
How do you feel called to serve, in the church, in your community, in the world around us? Service to others is one of the core practices of Christian life, and one of the most tangible ways we can show God's love to others. Fill out the form below for all the ways you can come alongside others at Arcola in being Jesus' hands and feet for the world.
Not sure where to start? If you're unsure how you'd like to get involved, taking a few moments to explore your spiritual gifts can be a helpful first step. We invite you to take our Spiritual Gifts Evaluation to discover how God has uniquely equipped you to serve.
Spiritual Gifts Evaluation
Before you take any of the tests below, begin with prayer, and ask the Holy Spirit to guide you. Answer based on how true these statements are of your life experience, both past and present, not as you wish you would be. Remember, God's choice of gifts for you is in harmony with his perfect plan and will for your life.
Enneagram based test: https://enneagramgift.com/free-enneagram-tests/
Discovering your personality and the motives and reasons behind it can be fulfilling and fruitful work. Keep in mind that taking a test is just the beginning. Beth McCord describes the usefulness of the enneagram in the following way: "The Enneagram accurately and clearly describes why you think, feel, and behave in particular ways based upon your core fears and core desires."
Serving From the Heart gifts test: https://www.adultbiblestudies.com/spiritual-gifts-survey/
This test is from the Church of the Resurrection book "Serving from the Heart".
Giftstest.com: https://giftstest.com/allgifts
Quick and easy to take with clear questions.