HELPS

The divine enablement to attach spiritual value to the accomplishment of practical and necessary tasks which support the body of Christ. The ability to take the initiative to provide practical assistance quickly, cheerfully and without a need for recognition.

Romans 12:7; 1 Corinthians 12:28 “To take a burden off of someone else and place it on yourself.”

DISTINCTIVES

• These people assign a spiritual value to performing routine chores/tasks.

• They like “hands-on” type tasks usually of short duration.

• These people have a lot of enthusiasm and maintain a “whatever it takes” kind of attitude.

• It is not uncommon for those who have this gift to also have the gift of hospitality.

• Helps people like to work together with others as a team to accomplish tasks.

• They like to have leadership with a definite agenda and direction.

CAUTIONS:

• You have trouble saying “NO” ..... at the expense of other obligations and responsibilities

• You will have a tendency to help others at the expense of yourself and other loved ones close to you.

• Do not discount the importance of this gift and its value to the church body.