Finding Your Spritual Gifts Questionnaire [Paperback]

Mr. C. Peter Wagner Ph.D (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: February 8, 2005

Finding Your Spiritual Gifts incorporates one of the first and most popular spiritual gifts inventories—the Houts Questionnaire. Developed in 1976 by Dr. Richard Houts, it was later adapted by Dr. C. Peter Wagner. The questionnaire itself has been designed to give a reliable, comprehensive reading on the spiritual gifts that God may have given you.
• Complete—Now covers 27 spiritual gifts
• Informative—Scriptural references and descriptions included for all gifts
• Thorough—137 questions to help you accurately identify your gifts
• Easy to Use—New format helps you tally and understand results

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About the Author

C. PETER WAGNER is widely recognized as a leading authority in the fields of church growth and spiritual warfare.  Wagner is cofounder of the World Prayer Center and is chancellor of the Wagner Institute in Colorado Springs, Colorado. He is the author or editor of more than 50 books, including Churchquake! and Acts of the Holy Spirit. Peter Wagner and his wife, Doris, live in Colorado Springs.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 18 and up
  
• Paperback: 16 pages
• Publisher: Gospel Light; Updated and Exp edition (February 8, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0830736948
• ISBN-13: 978-0830736942
• Product Dimensions: 10.8 x 8.5 x 0.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #266,711 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #22 in Books > 4-for-3 Books > Religion & Spirituality > Christianity > Clergy > Church Administration
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More About the Author

C. Peter Wagner is widely recognized as a leading authority in the fields of church growth and spiritual warfare. Wagner is co-founder of the World Prayer Center and is chancellor of the Wagner Institute in Colorado Springs, Colorado. He is the author or editor of more than 50 books, including Churchquake! and Acts of the Holy Spirit. Peter Wagner and his wife, Doris, live in Colorado Springs.

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29 of 30 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Just Don't Poke Out Your Eye!, May 12, 2007

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B. Eversberg (Houston, Texas) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Finding Your Spritual Gifts Questionnaire (Paperback)

I purchased this "Questionnaire" because the price was very reasonable and because I had heard a certain Pentecostal preacher thoroughly bashing the author, C. Peter Wagner! Talk about controversy being good for business! Well, it works for me, anyway!

The point of contention was that C. Peter Wagner, as a non-Pentecostal, does not correctly define the nine "Gifts of the Spirit," (I Corinthians Chapter 12), and therefore his questionnaire must be bogus.

While I personally agree with the Pentecostal definitions of the "Gifts of the Spirit," I'm not prepared to bash Wagner, let alone classify him as a "non-Christian." I bought the Questionnaire to take the test myself, and the results agree with my own prior assessment of my own unique spiritual and ministry "gifts," plus they open my eyes to see such "gifts" in a broader context!

I think the Questionnaire is a good tool to help a person see himself more clearly in light of what the Bible has to say about spiritual and ministry "gifts." Although it would be or might be dangerous to take the results as "Gospel Truth" or "guarantee" of anything, still, we can say the same about almost anything useful. One can poke one's eye out with a toothpick, I suppose!

Therefore I highly recommend this Questionnaire! Just don't poke out your eye!

14 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Accurate guide, but spiritual gift definitions could be more detailed, June 26, 2007

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Stephen D. Blanton "Hilton Head, SC" (USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Finding Your Spritual Gifts Questionnaire (Paperback)

Used in my church to help members discover God's plan for their lives and how God has equipped them to carry out His plan for their lives. This is a valuable tool for these purposes. Scripture references are appropriate and very helpful. Members report that results are right on target. Gift definitions, however, could be more descriptive.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Spiritual Gift Identifyer, April 20, 2009

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Tamara Pope "T. D. Pope" (Chicago, IL) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Finding Your Spritual Gifts Questionnaire (Paperback)

This tool is wonderful for helping individuals identify their area of gifting. It has assisted me with tapping into the strengths/gifts that I embody which make me effective in ministry. I am no longer drained by drudgery, but I have a new found energy through identifying my place in the body of Christ! Thank you for your this wonderful assessment tool!