SHAPE INVENTORY
DISCOVER MORE ABOUT YOU
PERSONAL MINISTRY INVENTORY
A tool to help you discover how God uniquely designed you to serve His kingdom and His people.
S — SPIRITUAL GIFTS
“There are different kinds of gifts, but the same Spirit distributes them.” —1 Corinthians 12:4
Spiritual gifts are supernaturally powered and Spirit-assigned. They may have the ability to speak or understand languages never learned or to be a conduit of healing or a tool for God’s communication. They are not the same as natural or learned skills used for God’s glory in the church.
Which spiritual gifts resonate with you?
Teaching • Encouragement • Leadership • Mercy • Service • Wisdom • Evangelism • Hospitality • Shepherding • Discernment • Administration • Giving• Miracles • Speaking or Understanding Unlearned Language• Healing • Prophecy• Spiritual Insights • Prayer Power
Where have you seen God use you effectively?
Reflect on moments when ministry felt natural, fruitful, or affirmed by others.
H — HEART (PASSIONS)
“For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.” —Matthew 6:21
What ministries, people, or causes stir your heart?
Children • Students • Young Adults • Adults • Seniors • Hurting/Grieving • New Believers • Outreach • Worship • Discipleship• Missions • Theology• Spiritual Warfare • Technology
What brings you joy when you see it happening in the church?
Think about what excites you, moves you, or energizes you.
A — ABILITIES (NATURAL SKILLS)
“Each one should use whatever gift he has received to serve others.” —1 Peter 4:10
What abilities describe you?
Communication • Music • Technology • Construction • Organization • Problem‑solving • Creativity • Hospitality • Teaching • Writing • Planning• Wealth Builder • Giver• Counselor • Entrepreneur• Health Specialist • People Gatherer• Encourager• Team Player• Leader • Servant
What do people often ask you for help with?
Your natural strengths often show up in what others rely on you for.
P — PERSONALITY
“We are God’s workmanship…” —Ephesians 2:10
How would you describe yourself?
Introverted or Extroverted • Structured or Flexible • Big‑picture or Detail‑oriented • Quick or Careful decision‑maker • Leading or Supporting
What environments help you flourish?
Think about settings where you feel energized, confident, and effective.
E — EXPERIENCES
“God comforts us… so that we can comfort others.” —2 Corinthians 1:4
What life events has God used to shape you?
Spiritual milestones • Ministry involvement • Difficult seasons • Victories • Turning points
How might God use your story to help others?
Your experiences—good and painful—equip you for unique ministry impact.
SHAPE WORKSHEET
Record your reflections and discover your ministry fit.
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1. SPIRITUAL GIFTS
Check any that apply or refer to the list on the inventory:
☐ Teaching ☐ Encouragement ☐ Leadership ☐ Mercy
☐ Service ☐ Wisdom ☐ Evangelism ☐ Hospitality
☐ Shepherding ☐ Discernment ☐ Administration ☐ Giving
Other: ___________________________________________
Where have you seen God use you?
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2. HEART (PASSIONS)
What ministries or people groups stir your heart?
What brings you joy in the church?
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3. ABILITIES (NATURAL SKILLS)
Check any that apply, or refer to the list on the inventory:
☐ Communication ☐ Music ☐ Technology ☐ Construction
☐ Organization ☐ Problem‑solving ☐ Creativity ☐ Hospitality
☐ Teaching ☐ Writing ☐ Planning Other: _______________________
What do people often ask you for help with?
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4. PERSONALITY
Circle or check what fits you best:
Introverted ☐ Extroverted ☐
Structured ☐ Flexible ☐
Big‑picture ☐ Detail‑oriented ☐
Quick decisions ☐ Careful decisions ☐
Lead ☐ Support ☐
What environments help you flourish?
What environments drain you?
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5. EXPERIENCES
Spiritual milestones:
Past ministry involvement:
Difficult experiences God has redeemed:
Victories or breakthroughs:
SHAPE SUMMARY
My top 2–3 spiritual gifts:
My strongest passions:
My key abilities:
My personality strengths:
My most shaping experiences:
My Best Ministry Fit:
Based on my SHAPE, I believe I am best suited for: