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Developing Spiritual Leaders

Equipped for Every Good Work

Training Slides

Dan R. Dick & Barbara Miller

Copyright, GBOD, 2001 2

Profile of Congregational Leadership

Spiritual Gifts

Leadership/

Interaction Styles

Spiritualit

y Web

Task Types

Shared Shared ValuesValues



New Testament Church Models

The Pauline Model Stationary Set times Congregational Mechanistic Shepherd/Flock Ecclesial Corporate structure Gifts-based

The Jesus Model Mobile Just-in-time Small group Organic Teacher/Disciple Apostolic Team structure Spirit led



The Structure Based Church

OrganizationalStructureDetermined

Plan forMinistryin Place

People in Appropriate Leadership Slots



The Gifts Based Church

Focus on Human & MaterialResources

ArticulateSharedVision forMinistry

Design AppropriateSystems for EffectiveMinistry



Our Primary Task

Reach Out &Receive

Relate Peopleto God

Nurture & Strengthenin the Christian Faith

Send Forth to LiveTransformed/Transforming Lives

Making Disciples



Leadership Confusion Functional Role

Task defined Learned Hired, elected,

appointed Pre-determined Success

promotion Competitive Individualized

Gifted vocation Passion defined Natural/intuited Petitioned, discerned,

affirmed by consensus

Determinant Success Confidence Collaborative Interdependent



The Gifts of the Spirit

According to Pauline teaching

Romans 12:6-8 I Corinthians 12:4-

11 I Corinthians 12:27-

31 Ephesians 4:11-12

According to the Ante-Nicene Church(pre-325 A.D.) Eusebius Clement of Alexandria Irenaeus Cyprian Hippolytus Methodius



Spiritual Gifts Scoring Guide7 — Always6 — Almost Always5 — Often4 — Sometimes3 — Rarely2 — Almost Never1 — Never



Spiritual Gifts Key1. Wisdom2. Knowledge3. Administratio

n4. Apostleship5. Shepherding6. Faith7. Miracles8. Prophecy9. Leadership10. Giving

11. Compassion12. Healing13. Discernment14. Teaching15. Helping16. Evangelism17. Servanthood18. Exhortation19. Tongues20. Interpretation

of Tongues



The Gifts of the Spirit Administration -- the gift of

organizing human and material resources for the work of Christ.

Apostleship -- the gift of spreading the gospel of Jesus Christ to other cultures and foreign peoples.

Compassion -- an exceptional empathy that moves one to action on behalf of others.



The Gifts of the Spirit Discernment -- the ability to

separate truth from erroneous teaching and rely on spiritual intuition to receive God’s guidance.

Evangelism -- the gift of sharing the gospel of Jesus Christ with others.

Exhortation -- the gift of exceptional encouragement and hopefulness.



The Gifts of the Spirit Faith -- the gift that empowers an

individual or group to hold fast to their convictions regardless of external circumstances.

Giving -- the gift of supplying physical and material needs for ministry.

Healing -- the gift of channeling God’s healing power to those who are afflicted in body, mind, or spirit.



The Gifts of the Spirit Helping -- the gift of supporting the

demanding work and workers of Jesus Christ.

Knowledge -- the gift of knowing the truth of God through the study of Scripture, intuition, and experience.

Leadership -- the orchestration of the gifts and resources for ministry.



The Gifts of the Spirit Miracles -- the gift that recognizes

and facilitates the miraculous power of God in the world.

Prophecy -- the gift of speaking God’s word clearly and faithfully.

Servanthood -- the gift of providing for the spiritual and material needs of others without condition.



The Gifts of the Spirit Shepherding -- the gift of guiding and

empowering others to faithful service. Teaching -- the ability to share

spiritual and scriptural truths with others in a transforming way.

Wisdom -- the gift of translating life experience into spiritual truth and enabling others to apply such wisdom.



The Gifts of the Spirit Tongues -- the ability to communicate

the gospel to other people in a foreign language not studied.

Interpretation of Tongues -- the ability to understand and translate the gospel when it is communicated in a foreign language not studied.



Nurturing GiftsWisdomShepherdingExhortationHelpingDiscernmentFaithCompassion

Nurturing congregations tend to be very committed to building fellowship, visitation, small groups, Sunday School, and member care. The focus is primarily turned inward.



Outreaching GiftsApostleshipEvangelismWorking MiraclesCompassionHealingServanthoodProphecy

Outreaching congregations tend to be very missional in nature, serving the community in a variety of ways, and reaching out to people in the area. The focus is on the world.



Witnessing GiftsKnowledgeFaithProphecyTeachingEvangelismExhortationHealing

Witnessing congregations tend to emphasize worship, Christian Education, and church growth. Faith sharing is central to the life of the fellowship. Focus is local.



Organizing GiftsKnowledgeAdministrationGivingLeadershipHelpingTeachingWisdom

Organizing congregations tend to be highly structured, very organized, and program rich. Committees and work teams involve large numbers. Focus in on the institution.



Beyond Gifts Discovery Developing Spiritual Gifts

Affinity/Fellowship GroupsScriptural studyTraining/Learning OpportunitiesAct/Reflect OpportunitiesCongregational Sharing



Beyond Gifts Discovery Deploying Spiritual Gifts

Council/Board commitment“3 Every 6” process

3 new gifts explored every six months“Inside/Outside” approach

each group develops a plan to use their gifts both within the fellowship and beyond the congregation

Church-wide festival/celebration/visioning



Leadership/Interaction Styles

TellTell

PeoplePeople

AskAsk

TaskTask



Characteristics -- the Director Task-oriented Decisive Energetic Focused on results Time conscious Risk taking Considerable self-

confidence Acts quickly Highly organized Hates to waste time

Expects concurrence Values reason Gets down to business

quickly Agenda/calendar

bound Wants fast answers/

responses Uses clear, concise

language Logical, linear thinker Highly opinionated



Characteristics -- the Dreamer Outgoing Creative Loves a good time Focused on big

picture People-oriented Lots of eye contact Talkative Expressive/Dramatic Competitive Very sociable Persuasive

Lots of gestures while speaking

Opinionated Doesn’t always keep

promises Uses visual images Annoyed by logic Doesn’t know what a

clock/calendar is for Spontaneous Enthusiastic



Characteristics -- the Pleaser People oriented Diplomatic Very flexible Loves to help Agenda secondary to

relationships Sensitive Dislikes

conflict/confrontation Hard Working Reliable

Wants everyone to be happy

Peacemaker/keeper Honest Good listener Problem solver Wants to be liked Slow-paced Likes to chit-chat Loyal Not constrained by

clock/calendar



Characteristics -- the Thinker Laid back Deliberate Logical Values facts, figures,

data Quiet Likes to examine

multiple options/angles Enjoys

argument/debate Cautious Needs time for

decisions/judgments

Exacting Focused on end

results Hides feelings Highly organized Withholds opinions Task oriented Slow to decide Sticks to schedules/

outlines/plans Good at planning



Leadership/Interaction Styles

TellTell

PeoplePeople

AskAsk

TaskTask7% church, 18% US

11% church, 26% US

43% church, 32% US

39% church, 24% US



Harmonizing with Directors

Be on time Have facts at hand Stay focused on task Avoid chit-chat Use clear, concise

statements Only make promises

you will keep Use logic Provide limited options,

with pros/cons for each

Put things in writing Be clear about

objectives Talk facts, not feelings Maintain eye contact Depart quickly and

graciously Don’t ask too many

questions Don’t “kiss up” Don’t ignore their

opinions



Harmonizing with Dreamers

Speak with passion Don’t be too task

oriented Maintain high energy Be prepared to “waste”

time, have some fun Talk in terms of “what

if…?” Look at “big picture” Be flexible Be patient Tap into competitive

spirit

Talk visions, hopes, dreams

Use feeling language Examine possibilities Brainstorm Don’t get baited into

arguments Don’t expect

minutes/agendas Move gently back on

track



Harmonizing with Pleasers

Stay calm, relaxed Focus on people Speak personally,

informally Respect speakers Make sure everyone is

heard Encourage

expressions of doubt or concern

Minimize time pressure

Invite consensus Offer

praise/reassurance Initiate contact; don’t

wait to hear from them

Follow-up Be genuine and

honest Ask what needs to be

done Make sure everyone

is clear on goals and assignments



Harmonizing with Thinkers

Talk in facts and data Be on time Set slow to moderate

pace Allow time for questions Use a systematic

approach (agenda) Use logic and reason Ask for thoughts and

opinions Consider options and

alternatives

Adopt a more formal manner

Keep your voice quiet, even

Don’t lean forward Use few gestures Don’t push for quick

response Offer periods of silence Work with clear

goals/objectives Follow up in writing



LIS Stress Paths

TellTell

PeoplePeople

AskAsk

TaskTask

Director

Dreamer

Thinker

Pleaser

1 3

2



LIS Stress Paths

TellTell

PeoplePeople

AskAsk

TaskTask

Director

Dreamer

Thinker

Pleaser

1

2

3



LIS Stress Paths

TellTell

PeoplePeople

AskAsk

TaskTask

Director

Dreamer

Thinker

Pleaser

3

2

1



LIS Stress Paths

TellTell

PeoplePeople

AskAsk

TaskTask

Director

Dreamer

Thinker

Pleaser

13

2



LIS Conflict Paths

Director

Dreamer

Thinker

Pleaser



Spirituality Web & Means of Grace

HeadHead

HeartHeart

PilgriPilgrimmMystiMysti

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Servant

Crusader

Means of GraceMeans of Grace• Prayer• Study of Scripture• Lord’s Supper• Fasting/

Abstinence• Christian

Conference• Acts of Mercy



Spirituality Web: PrayerHead•Formal•Wordy•Understanding

Heart•Informal•Asking•Relationship

Pilgrim•Seeking•Questioning•Meaning

Mystic•Silence•Listening•Union

Servant•Action•Example•Guidance

Crusader•Strength•Focus•Victory

PRAYER



Spirituality Web: Study

Head•Information•Scholarly•Knowledge

Heart•Inspiration•Anecdotal•Guidance

Pilgrim•Instruction•Experiential•Understanding

Mystic•Reflection•Devotional•Revelation

Servant•Direction•Modeling•Encouragement

Crusader•Vision•Focus•Reinforcement

STUDY



Spirituality Web: Lord’s Supper

Head•Ritual•Liturgical•Discipline

Heart•Celebration•Emotional•Connection

Pilgrim•Exploration•Discovery•Expansion

Mystic•Devotion•Personal•Union with Christ

Servant•Ritual•Connection•Empowerment

Crusader•Identity•Consecration•Strength

LORD’S SUPPER



Spirituality Web: Fasting

Head•Ritual•Task•Accomplishment

Heart•Devotion•Focus•Holiness

Pilgrim•Clarity•Emptying•New Direction

Mystic•Clarity•Openness•Centering

Servant•Compassion•Inspiring•Solidarity

Crusader•Political•Confirmation•Renewed Strength

FASTING



Spirituality Web: Conference

Head•Share knowledge•Formal•Understanding

Heart•Fellowship•Informal•Relationship

Pilgrim•Exploration•Interpersonal•Expanding

Mystic•Devotional•One-on-one•Union

Servant•Support•Topical•Strength

Crusader•Recruit•Focused •Support the cause

CONFERENCE



Spirituality Web: Acts of Mercy

Head•Requirement•Organized•Accomplish task

Heart•Compassion•Relational•Pleasing God

Pilgrim•Caring•Doing good•Relevancy

Mystic•Divine spark•Small scale•Balance

Servant•Obedience•Energizing•Satisfaction

Crusader•Support vision•Builds momentum•Inspires others

ACTS OF MERCY



Head SpiritualityCorporate focus on theology liturgical worship emphasizes education set patterns in worship need for right answers preaching important

Individual study of scripture

central worship & education

define church God can be known faith is rational the Christian life has

practical benefits



Heart Spirituality

Corporate fellowship important worship festive,

emotional singing important corporate spoken

prayer emphasis on

evangelism, conversion

Individual relationship with Jesus faith sharing essential strong commitment to

prayer for others prefer knowing God

through experience rather than study

praise orientation



Pilgrim Spirituality

Corporate openness to

questions highly interactive small group based worship is highly

experiential focus on relevancy

to daily living belief and action

closely linked

Individual seeking meaning looking for purpose open to a wide variety

of faith traditions accepts what makes

sense faith formation is a

process -- a journey



Mystic Spirituality

Corporate contemplative focus on discipline silence more

important than sound (preaching/singing)

liturgical focus on inward

spiritual formation writing important

Individual focus on the mystery

of God prayer and meditation

central retreat/renewal

important God is listened for personal spiritual

development is goal



Servant Spirituality

Corporate Faith is action service is critical we serve the God in

others works define

community church is in the

world clarity of purpose

Individual doers, not hearers anti-institutional God is unknowable Christianity means to

be like Jesus Golden Rule/Great

Commandment define faith

prayer secondary



Crusader Spirituality

Corporate focus is on task all resources are

geared toward task everyone is in

agreement on task faith = commitment

to task distractions are not

tolerated

Individual single-minded

devotion to call all time, energy, and

resources committed to success

spiritual discipline provides focus

Christian community in like-minded crusaders



A. Project -- like to see programs, ministries, or events through from start to finish – planning, organizing, implementing, and evaluating all aspects of a project.

B. Work -- like to do hands-on tasks, without having to bother with the preplanning and organizing -- want to be active on the front line.

C. Process -- enjoy doing the brain-work around the table with pen, paper, and planning -- hand tasks off to those who prefer work tasks.

D. Fellowship -- come together for community and common purpose. Work is secondary to the sense of connection and shared experience.

Task Type Descriptions



Stages of the Journey of

Faith

Conception

Birth/Infancy

Early Childhood

Maturity

Seeking

Saying Yes

Learning

Exploring

Serving

Inward FocusOutward Focus

Interdependence

Independence

Dependency

Adolescence

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