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Spiritual Gifts | Don Espirityèl

Grace Given for the Common Good · Lagràs Bondye bay pou byen tout moun

18 spiritual gifts · English and Haitian Creole, side by side · Free master study

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MASTER DOCTRINE STUDY | READER GUIDE


Spiritual Gifts                                                                                 Don Espirityèl
Grace Given for the Common Good. A biblical guide to 18 prominent gifts and
their use in church and marketplace.



THE GOVERNING CONVICTION                                                                        KONVIKSYON KI DIRIJE ETID LA
Spiritual gifts are entrusted for shared service, not personal status. Their faithful
exercise is guided by love, sound doctrine, accountability, and the wellbeing of
others (1 Cor 12:7; 13:1–13; 14:26).


CONTENTS                                                                                        SA K NAN DOKIMAN AN
01 Understanding spiritual gifts                                                                01 Konprann don espirityèl yo

02 The biblical witness and selection of 18 gifts

03 Church and marketplace: faithful application

04 The 18 gift profiles                                                                         04 Deskripsyon 18 don yo

05 Four applied scenarios                                                                       05 Kat sitiyasyon pratik

06 Discernment and development pathway

07 Guided study and reflection                                                                  07 Etid ak refleksyon gide

08 Sources and further reading                                                                  08 Sous ak lòt lekti


Series: The Way | School of Theology · Strand 2: Doctrine
Edition: English–Haitian Creole Master Study · November 2026



Prepared alongside The Way’s Pentecost: The Promise, the Spirit & the Mission and Christian
Leadership, Lesson 5. This is a translation of the approved English master study.
KREYÒL AYISYEN





ETID DOKTRIN | GID POU LEKTÈ



Lagràs Bondye bay pou byen tout moun. Yon gid biblik sou 18 don enpòtan ak
fason pou sèvi avè yo nan legliz ak nan lavi pwofesyonèl.




Bondye konfye don espirityèl pou moun sèvi ansanm, pa pou jwenn yon gwo
pozisyon. Nou dwe sèvi avè yo avèk lanmou, bon doktrin, responsabilite ak respè
pou byen lòt moun (1 Kor 12:7; 13:1–13; 14:26).





02 Temwayaj Bib la ak chwa 18 don yo

03 Legliz ak travay: sèvi avèk fidelite





06 Chemen pou disène epi devlope don yo






Seri: The Way | Lekòl Teyoloji · Seksyon 2: Doktrin
Edisyon: Etid prensipal anglè–kreyòl ayisyen · Novanm 2026



Prepare dapre resous The Way Pentecost: The Promise, the Spirit & the Mission ak Christian
Leadership, Leson 5. Sa a se tradiksyon etid prensipal anglè ki te apwouve a.
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01 | DOCTRINAL FOUNDATION                                                                         01 | BAZ DOKTRINAL


What are spiritual gifts?                                                                         Kisa don espirityèl yo ye?
Spiritual gifts are gracious provisions of God through which the Holy Spirit equips
believers to serve others, strengthen the church, and participate in Christ’s
mission. They may appear as capacities, ministries, or particular manifestations of
divine help. The focus of the New Testament is not self-display but the good of
the community (1 Cor 12:4–11; Eph 4:11–16; 1 Pet 4:10–11).

The Greek word charisma (plural charismata) stresses a gift rooted in grace. Paul
also speaks of different services, activities, and manifestations: varied expressions
of God’s work within one body (1 Cor 12:4–7).

Five principles for faithful understanding
Source: God gives graciously; spiritual gifting is not earned by social status or superior
holiness (1 Cor 12:4–11).                                                                         Kor 12:4–11).

Purpose: Gifts serve the common good and mature the whole church (1 Cor 12:7; Eph
4:12–16).                                                                                         Efe 4:12–16).

Diversity: The same Spirit equips different members differently. No believer embodies
every ministry (1 Cor 12:12–30).                                                                  tout ministè yo (1 Kor 12:12–30).

Character: Gifts are not a substitute for the fruit of the Spirit or Christlike love (1 Cor 13;   Karaktè: Don yo pa ranplase fwi Lespri a ni lanmou ki sanble ak lanmou Kris (1 Kor 13; Gal
Gal 5:22–23).                                                                                     5:22–23).

Order: Public expression must be intelligible, tested where appropriate, and directed toward Lòd: Lè yo egzèse don piblikman, sa dwe klè, ka egzamine lè sa nesesè, epi vize bati Legliz la
edification (1 Cor 14:26–33, 40).


GIFT, TALENT, FRUIT, AND OFFICE ARE NOT IDENTICAL
Talent: a natural or learned capacity. Gift: gracious Spirit-enabled service. Fruit: the
character that grows from life in the Spirit. Office: a recognized responsibility in church
governance. These categories can overlap, but one must not be substituted for another.


A Christian may develop a natural aptitude for teaching and also exercise a Spirit-enabled
teaching ministry. Yet neither competence nor spiritual experience exempts a person from
learning, humility, scrutiny, or wise safeguards.
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Don espirityèl se kado Bondye bay pa gras li, kote Sentespri a ekipe kwayan yo
pou sèvi lòt moun, fòtifye Legliz la epi patisipe nan misyon Kris la. Yo kapab parèt
kòm kapasite, ministè oswa manifestasyon espesyal èd Bondye. Nouvo Testaman
an mete aksan sou byen kominote a, pa sou fè moun admire tèt nou (1 Kor
12:4–11; Efe 4:11–16; 1 Pyè 4:10–11).

Mo grèk charisma (pliryèl charismata) montre se yon kado ki soti nan lagras. Pòl
pale tou de divès sèvis, aktivite ak manifestasyon: se plizyè fason travay Bondye
parèt nan yon sèl kò (1 Kor 12:4–7).

Senk prensip pou byen konprann don yo
Sous: Bondye bay don yo pa gras; ni pozisyon sosyal ni plis sentete pa fè moun merite yo (1


Objektif: Don yo sèvi byen tout moun epi ede tout Legliz la rive nan matirite (1 Kor 12:7;


Divèsite: Menm Sentespri a ekipe manm yo diferan fason. Pa gen yon sèl kwayan ki gen






(1 Kor 14:26–33, 40).


DON, TALAN, FWI AK FONKSYON PA MENM BAGAY
Talan: yon kapasite natirèl oswa yon bagay moun aprann. Don: sèvis Sentespri a rann
posib pa gras. Fwi: karaktè ki grandi lè moun ap viv nan Lespri a. Fonksyon: yon
responsabilite Legliz la rekonèt pou dirije. Yo kapab gen rapò, men yo pa dwe konfonn.


Yon kretyen kapab devlope yon talan natirèl pou anseye epi egzèse yon ministè ansèyman
Sentespri a bay fòs. Men ni konpetans ni eksperyans espirityèl pa retire bezwen aprann, rete
enb, aksepte egzamen ak bon mezi pwoteksyon.
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02 | SCRIPTURE AND METHOD                                                                        02 | EKRI YO AK METÒD


How the Bible speaks about gifts                                                                 Sa Bib la di sou don yo
The New Testament gives several overlapping lists rather than a single exhaustive
catalogue. Each text has its own emphasis and pastoral setting.

Romans 12:3–8. Gifts within a humble community: prophecy, service, teaching,
exhortation, giving, leadership, mercy.

1 Corinthians 12:4–31. Diverse manifestations and ministries in one body: wisdom,
knowledge, faith, healings, miracles, prophecy, discernment, tongues, interpretation,
apostles, teachers, helps, and administration.

1 Corinthians 13–14. Love governs the use of gifts; intelligibility and order guide corporate    1 Korentyen 13–14. Lanmou dwe gide jan yo sèvi ak don yo; klète ak lòd dwe gide
worship.                                                                                         adorasyon tout legliz ansanm.

Ephesians 4:7–16. Christ gives equipping ministries such as apostles, prophets, evangelists,
pastors, and teachers for maturity and unity.

1 Peter 4:10–11. Believers steward varied grace as speaking and serving ministries;
hospitality belongs in this surrounding pastoral context (v. 9).


WHY THIS GUIDE CONTAINS 18                                                                       POUKISA GID SA A GEN 18 DON
“Eighteen” is an editorial selection, not a biblical declaration that only 18 gifts exist. We    «Dizwit» se yon chwa editoryal, se pa yon deklarasyon Bib la fè pou di gen 18 don sèlman.
combine service/helps and leadership/administration as related teaching categories
while noting that their underlying Greek expressions and contexts are not identical. We
treat shepherding and teaching separately for practical clarity even though Ephesians 4
links the two closely. Some Christian writers classify offices and functions differently.


HOW TO READ THE PROFILES                                                                         KI JAN POU LI DESKRIPSYON DON YO
Each gift includes its main biblical references, a careful description, a church example, and    Chak don gen prensipal referans biblik li, yon eksplikasyon ak anpil swen, yon egzanp pou
a marketplace example. Workplace examples are ethical applications of service; they do
not mean Paul listed modern job titles as spiritual gifts.


Two boundaries: no biblical list is exhaustive; and denominations differ regarding apostolic
authority, prophecy, healings, miracles, tongues, and the nature of words of wisdom or
knowledge. Scripture is presented before examples.
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Nouvo Testaman an bay plizyè lis ki kwaze youn ak lòt, pa yon sèl lis ki genyen
tout don yo. Chak pasaj gen aksan pa li ak kontèks pastoral pa li.

Women 12:3–8. Don nan yon kominote ki enb: pwofesi, sèvis, ansèyman, egzòtasyon, bay,
lidèchip, mizerikòd.

1 Korentyen 12:4–31. Divès manifestasyon ak ministè nan yon sèl kò: sajès, konesans,
lafwa, gerizon, mirak, pwofesi, disènman, lang, entèpretasyon, apot, anseyan, èd ak
administrasyon.




Efezyen 4:7–16. Kris bay ministè pou ekipe pèp li a, tankou apot, pwofèt, evanjelis, pastè ak
anseyan, pou matirite ak inite.

1 Pyè 4:10–11. Kwayan yo jere divès gras Bondye a nan ministè pawòl ak sèvis; ospitalite
parèt nan menm kontèks pastoral la (v. 9).




Nou mete sèvis/èd ansanm epi lidèchip/administrasyon ansanm kòm kategori ki gen
rapò, men nou rekonèt mo grèk yo ak kontèks yo pa egzakteman menm. Nou prezante
swen pastoral ak ansèyman apa pou fè etid la pi klè, menm si Efezyen 4 lye yo sere. Gen
otè kretyen ki klase fonksyon ak responsablite yo yon lòt fason.




legliz ak yon egzanp pou travay. Egzanp travay yo se aplikasyon etik sèvis; yo pa vle di Pòl
te mete non metye jodi a nan lis don espirityèl yo.


De limit enpòtan: pa gen okenn lis biblik ki gen tout don yo; epi denominasyon yo gen
opinyon diferan sou otorite apot, pwofesi, gerizon, mirak, lang, ak pawòl sajès oswa
konesans. Nou prezante Ekriti yo anvan egzanp yo.
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03 | CHRISTIAN FORMATION IN EVERYDAY LIFE


Church and marketplace                                                                        Legliz ak lavi pwofesyonèl
The New Testament chiefly describes spiritual gifts in the gathered and scattered
life of Christ’s people. Christians also live and work in families, schools, businesses,
healthcare, public service, and communities. These are meaningful places to
demonstrate Christlike service, though the gift lists do not automatically label
every occupational competency a spiritual gift.

THE CHURCH: EQUIP THE BODY                                                                    LEGLIZ: EKIPE TOUT KÒ A
The church is the primary setting named in the gift passages. A teacher helps
people interpret Scripture. A person with gifts of service supports ministries
others carry out. A leader equips the saints rather than accumulating control.
Even quiet contributions may be indispensable (1 Cor 12:22–26).

THE MARKETPLACE: EMBODY FAITHFUL SERVICE
A Christian educator may teach with unusual clarity; a manager may guide a team
with care; a business owner may use resources generously. The aim is to bless
people with integrity and humility—not to make religious claims compulsory for
coworkers or customers.                                                                       aksepte deklarasyon relijye.

Five guardrails for marketplace application
Respect: Share faith freely but never use job power, grading, employment status, or service   Respè: Pataje lafwa lib, men pa sèvi ak pozisyon nan travay, nòt lekòl, kondisyon anplwa
access to pressure religious participation.

Competence: Spiritual conviction does not replace qualifications, clinical care, financial    Konpetans: Konviksyon espirityèl pa ranplase kalifikasyon, swen medikal, bon jesyon finans
diligence, or factual evidence.                                                               oswa prèv sou reyalite.

Consent: Offer prayer, mentoring, or personal counsel with permission and appropriate
boundaries.                                                                                   apwopriye.

Accountability: Make major decisions transparently; test claims and welcome correction.

Love: Measure usefulness by whether others are served, protected, taught, and
strengthened—not by visibility or applause.

CORE QUESTION                                                                                 KESYON SANTRAL
Where has God placed you, what needs are genuinely present, and how can your
Spirit-shaped service help people flourish without seeking authority over them?
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03 | FÒMASYON KRETYEN NAN LAVI CHAK JOU



Nouvo Testaman an pale sou don espirityèl sitou nan lavi pèp Kris la lè yo reyini ak
lè yo ale toupatou. Kretyen yo viv ak travay nan fanmi, lekòl, biznis, lasante, sèvis
piblik ak kominote yo tou. Se kote yo kapab sèvi tankou Kris, men lis don yo pa
otomatikman rele chak konpetans pwofesyonèl yon don espirityèl.



Legliz la se premye anviwònman pasaj sou don yo mansyone. Yon anseyan ede
moun konprann Ekriti yo. Yon moun ki gen don sèvis soutni ministè lòt moun ap
fè. Yon lidè ekipe pèp Bondye a olye li rasanble tout pouvwa nan men l. Menm
sèvis moun pa wè kapab endispansab (1 Kor 12:22–26).

NAN TRAVAY: SÈVI AVÈK FIDELITE
Yon edikatè kretyen kapab anseye ak anpil klète; yon manadjè kapab gide yon
ekip avèk swen; yon pwopriyetè biznis kapab pataje resous avèk jenewozite.
Objektif la se beni lòt moun avèk entegrite ak imilite—pa fòse kòlèg oswa kliyan


Senk limit pou byen aplike don yo nan travay

oswa aksè nan sèvis pou fè presyon sou moun.




Konsantman: Ofri lapriyè, akonpayman oswa konsèy pèsonèl avèk pèmisyon ak limit ki


Rann kont: Pran gwo desizyon transparan; egzamine deklarasyon yo epi akeyi koreksyon.

Lanmou: Mezire sèvis la selon jan li ede, pwoteje, anseye ak fòtifye lòt moun—pa selon
popilarite oswa aplodisman.


Ki kote Bondye mete ou? Ki bezwen ki reyèlman la? Ki jan sèvis Sentespri a ap fòme lakay ou
kapab ede moun pwogrese san ou pa chèche domine yo?
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04 | GIFT PROFILES • SENDING AND SPEAKING


Gifts 01 & 02                                                                                       Don 01 ak 02
GIFT 01 | Apostleship                                                                               DON 01 | Apotola
1 Cor 12:28–29; Eph 4:11                                                                            1 Kor 12:28–29; Efe 4:11
WHAT IT IS                                                                                          KISA DON SA A YE
A sending and pioneering ministry associated with establishing and strengthening
Christian communities. The first apostles had a foundational witness and authority in the
early church; whether the title applies in the same way today is debated.

IN THE CHURCH                                                                                       NAN LEGLIZ
Support cross-cultural missions, help plant congregations, build accountable teams, and
train local leaders rather than making a ministry dependent upon one personality.

IN THE MARKETPLACE                                                                                  NAN TRAVAY AK NAN KOMINOTE A
Apply a pioneering, service-oriented mindset to founding ethical community initiatives or
education programs. Business ambition alone is not proof of apostolic gifting.

Interpretive / ethical note: Distinguish the original apostolic witness from contemporary
mission leadership; no claim to unaccountable authority.


GIFT 02 | Prophecy                                                                                  DON 02 | Pwofesi
Rom 12:6; 1 Cor 12:10; 14:3, 29                                                                     Wom 12:6; 1 Kor 12:10; 14:3, 29
WHAT IT IS                                                                                          KISA DON SA A YE
Spirit-prompted speech that calls people toward God’s truth and may strengthen,
encourage, correct, or console a congregation. Christians differ on its forms and whether
revelatory prophecy continues today.

IN THE CHURCH                                                                                       NAN LEGLIZ
Offer tested, Scripture-consistent exhortation under appropriate church discernment;
invite evaluation instead of demanding unquestioning acceptance.

IN THE MARKETPLACE                                                                                  NAN TRAVAY AK NAN KOMINOTE A
Speak with biblical moral courage about dishonesty or injustice and offer gracious
counsel. This is an application of the principle, not a license to issue binding workplace
revelations.

Interpretive / ethical note: Test claims; reject manipulation and claims that override Scripture    Nòt sou entèpretasyon / etik: Egzamine tout deklarasyon; rejte manipilasyon ak pawòl ki ta
(1 Thess 5:20–21).                                                                                  mete tèt yo pi wo pase Ekriti yo (1 Tes 5:20–21).
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04 | DESKRIPSYON DON YO • VOYE AK PALE






Yon ministè kote Bondye voye moun pou louvri nouvo chemen, tabli kominote kretyen
epi fòtifye yo. Premye apot yo te gen yon temwayaj ak yon otorite fondamantal nan
Legliz premye tan an; kretyen yo pa dakò sou kesyon si tit sa a aplike menm jan jodi a.


Soutni misyon atravè diferan kilti, ede plante legliz, fòme ekip ki rann kont, epi prepare
responsab lokal yo pou ministè a pa depann de yon sèl moun.


Pran inisyativ pou mete sou pye pwojè kominotè oswa pwogram edikasyon ki jis epi ki
sèvi moun. Anbisyon nan biznis pa sifi pou pwouve yon moun gen don apotola.

Nòt sou entèpretasyon / etik: Distenge temwayaj apot premye tan yo ak lidèchip misyonè jodi
a; pèsonn pa dwe reklame yon otorite ki pa rann kont.





Yon pawòl Sentespri a pouse yon moun bay pou dirije lòt moun nan verite Bondye; li
kapab fòtifye, ankouraje, korije oswa konsole yon kongregasyon. Kretyen yo gen opinyon
diferan sou fòm pwofesi pran ak sou kesyon si pwofesi revelasyon kontinye jodi a.


Pataje ankourajman ki ann amoni ak Bib la epi ki kapab egzamine anba bon disènman
legliz la; akeyi evalyasyon olye pou mande moun aksepte tout bagay san kesyon.


Pale avèk kouraj moral ki baze sou Bib la kont manti ak enjistis, epi bay konsèy avèk gras.
Sa se yon aplikasyon prensip la, pa yon pèmisyon pou enpoze revelasyon nan travay.



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04 | GIFT PROFILES • WITNESS AND CARE


Gifts 03 & 04                                                                                     Don 03 ak 04
GIFT 03 | Evangelism                                                                              DON 03 | Evanjelizasyon
Eph 4:11; 2 Tim 4:5                                                                               Efe 4:11; 2 Tim 4:5
WHAT IT IS                                                                                        KISA DON SA A YE
A particular effectiveness in communicating the good news of Jesus and inviting people
to respond. The gift is named among Christ’s equipping ministries; every believer also
shares responsibility to bear witness.

IN THE CHURCH                                                                                     NAN LEGLIZ
Explain the gospel clearly, equip members to speak about their faith, and organize
welcoming outreach that respects people’s questions.

IN THE MARKETPLACE                                                                                NAN TRAVAY AK NAN KOMINOTE A
Offer respectful, noncoercive testimony in everyday relationships when invited; model
honesty, hospitality, and service without exploiting professional power.

Interpretive / ethical note: Do not equate salesmanship, pressure, or large audience numbers
with faithful witness.                                                                            moun k ap koute ak temwayaj ki fidèl.


GIFT 04 | Shepherding / Pastoring
Eph 4:11; Acts 20:28; 1 Pet 5:2–3
WHAT IT IS                                                                                        KISA DON SA A YE
Christlike care, guidance, protection, and patient nurture of people within a faith
community. In Ephesians 4, pastors and teachers are closely linked, though their
functions can be distinguished for study.

IN THE CHURCH                                                                                     NAN LEGLIZ
Visit and support members, mentor disciples, recognize vulnerability, and provide
accountable pastoral oversight in cooperation with other leaders.

IN THE MARKETPLACE                                                                                NAN TRAVAY AK NAN KOMINOTE A
Demonstrate humane mentoring, patient supervision, and concern for team wellbeing
while respecting privacy and professional boundaries.

Interpretive / ethical note: Pastoral gifts do not replace safeguarding policies, professional    Nòt sou entèpretasyon / etik: Don pastoral pa ranplase règleman pwoteksyon moun, konsèy
counseling, or accountability.                                                                    pwofesyonèl oswa responsabilite pou rann kont.
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04 | DESKRIPSYON DON YO • TEMWAYAJ AK SWEN






Yon kapasite espesyal pou anonse bon nouvèl Jezi a avèk klète epi envite moun reponn li.
Don sa a parèt pami ministè Kris bay pou ekipe Legliz la; tout kwayan gen responsabilite
pou yo rann temwayaj tou.


Eksplike Levanjil la klèman, ekipe manm yo pou pale sou lafwa yo, epi òganize aktivite
evanjelizasyon ki akeyan e ki respekte kesyon moun.


Lè gen ouvèti, pataje temwayaj ou avèk respè, san fòse pèsonn; montre onètete,
ospitalite ak sèvis san pwofite otorite pwofesyonèl ou.

Nòt sou entèpretasyon / etik: Pa konfonn teknik lavant, presyon sou moun oswa gwo kantite



DON 04 | Swen pastoral / swen twoupo a
Efe 4:11; Travay 20:28; 1 Pyè 5:2–3

Pran swen moun, gide yo, pwoteje yo epi ede yo grandi avèk pasyans tankou Kris fè sa
nan yon kominote lafwa. Nan Efezyen 4, pastè ak anseyan lye sere, men nou kapab
distenge fonksyon yo pou etid la.


Vizite epi soutni manm yo, akonpaye disip yo, rekonèt lè yon moun vilnerab, epi egzèse
swen pastoral ki rann kont ansanm ak lòt responsab.


Bay bon egzanp nan akonpayman, sipèvizyon avèk pasyans ak swen pou byennèt ekip la,
pandan w respekte vi prive ak limit pwofesyonèl.


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04 | GIFT PROFILES • INSTRUCTION AND PRACTICAL SUPPORT


Gifts 05 & 06                                                                                         Don 05 ak 06
GIFT 05 | Teaching                                                                                    DON 05 | Ansèyman
Rom 12:7; 1 Cor 12:28; Eph 4:11                                                                       Wom 12:7; 1 Kor 12:28; Efe 4:11
WHAT IT IS                                                                                            KISA DON SA A YE
A capacity to explain biblical truth accurately and intelligibly so that people understand,
grow, and put it into practice. Teaching requires disciplined study as well as the ability to
communicate.

IN THE CHURCH                                                                                         NAN LEGLIZ
Teach Scripture in classes and small groups; prepare age-appropriate lessons and develop
other faithful teachers.                                                                              lòt anseyan fidèl.

IN THE MARKETPLACE                                                                                    NAN TRAVAY AK NAN KOMINOTE A
Train colleagues and learners clearly, translate complex ideas, and strengthen ethical
understanding while acknowledging differences between faith instruction and job
training.

Interpretive / ethical note: A confident voice is not a substitute for sound interpretation or
correction.                                                                                           di moun pa bezwen koreksyon.


GIFT 06 | Service / Helps                                                                             DON 06 | Sèvis / Èd
Rom 12:7; 1 Cor 12:28; 1 Pet 4:11
WHAT IT IS                                                                                            KISA DON SA A YE
Practical, Spirit-enabled assistance that meets real needs and supports the work of
others. “Service” and “helps” are related biblical expressions grouped here for an
accessible study.                                                                                     la pi aksesib.

IN THE CHURCH                                                                                         NAN LEGLIZ
Coordinate meals, accessibility, transportation, administration support, equipment, and
care for overlooked members.                                                                          swen pou manm yo souvan bliye.

IN THE MARKETPLACE                                                                                    NAN TRAVAY AK NAN KOMINOTE A
Quietly strengthen teams through reliable support, skilled coordination, hospitality, and
practical problem-solving that helps others flourish.

Interpretive / ethical note: Do not treat unseen service as spiritually inferior to visible public    Nòt sou entèpretasyon / etik: Pa konsidere sèvis moun pa wè kòm yon bagay ki gen mwens
ministry.                                                                                             valè espirityèl pase ministè piblik.
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04 | DESKRIPSYON DON YO • ANSÈYMAN AK SIPÒ PRATIK






Yon kapasite pou esplike verite biblik la avèk presizyon ak klète pou moun konprann li,
grandi epi mete l an pratik. Ansèyman mande etid serye ansanm ak bon kominikasyon.



Anseye Ekriti yo nan klas ak ti gwoup; prepare leson ki adapte ak laj moun yo, epi fòme



Fòme kòlèg ak elèv avèk klète, rann lide konplike yo pi fasil pou konprann, epi ranfòse
konsyans etik pandan w distenge fòmasyon lafwa ak fòmasyon pwofesyonèl.


Nòt sou entèpretasyon / etik: Pale avèk konfyans pa ranplase bon entèpretasyon, ni sa pa vle




Wom 12:7; 1 Kor 12:28; 1 Pyè 4:11

Yon asistans pratik Sentespri a rann posib pou reponn bezwen reyèl epi soutni travay lòt
moun. «Sèvis» ak «èd» se de ekspresyon biblik ki gen rapò; nou mete yo ansanm pou etid



Òganize manje, transpò, aksè pou moun ki gen andikap, sipò administratif, ekipman, ak



Ranfòse ekip yo avèk sipò serye, bon kowòdinasyon, ospitalite ak solisyon pratik ki ede
lòt moun pwogrese.


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04 | GIFT PROFILES • STRENGTHENING AND GENEROSITY


Gifts 07 & 08                                                                                  Don 07 ak 08
GIFT 07 | Encouragement / Exhortation
Rom 12:8; cf. Heb 3:13                                                                         Wom 12:8; cf. Heb 3:13
WHAT IT IS                                                                                     KISA DON SA A YE
Strengthening others through timely comfort, appeal, counsel, and challenge toward
faithful action. The biblical term includes more than positive words; it can involve loving    fidelite. Mo biblik la pa vle di sèlman bèl pawòl; li kapab gen koreksyon ki fèt avèk lanmou
correction.                                                                                    tou.

IN THE CHURCH                                                                                  NAN LEGLIZ
Encourage weary volunteers, follow up with new believers, and help people persevere in
prayer and discipleship.                                                                       ak lavi disip.

IN THE MARKETPLACE                                                                             NAN TRAVAY AK NAN KOMINOTE A
Coach discouraged colleagues, give truthful constructive feedback, and cultivate
resilience without minimizing legitimate concerns.

Interpretive / ethical note: Encouragement should be truthful and compassionate, never
flattery or denial.                                                                            flatri oswa refi pou wè reyalite.


GIFT 08 | Giving / Generosity                                                                  DON 08 | Bay / Jenewozite
Rom 12:8; cf. 2 Cor 8–9                                                                        Wom 12:8; cf. 2 Kor 8–9
WHAT IT IS                                                                                     KISA DON SA A YE
An especially willing and generous disposition to share material resources for the needs
of others and the work of the gospel. This differs from the duty of all Christians to
practice generosity.                                                                           pratike jenewozite.

IN THE CHURCH                                                                                  NAN LEGLIZ
Resource benevolence ministries, scholarship funds, missions, practical relief, and
responsible church programs.                                                                   responsabilite.

IN THE MARKETPLACE                                                                             NAN TRAVAY AK NAN KOMINOTE A
Fund community partnerships, share expertise, create fair opportunities, and give
transparently without using gifts to purchase influence.

Interpretive / ethical note: Gifts of money must never secure power, favoritism, or
exemptions from accountability.                                                                eksepsyon nan règ pou rann kont.
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04 | DESKRIPSYON DON YO • FÒTIFYE AK BAY JENEREZMAN



DON 07 | Ankourajman / Egzòtasyon


Fòtifye lòt moun nan bon moman avèk konsolasyon, konsèy, apèl ak defi pou yo aji avèk




Ankouraje volontè ki bouke, suiv nouvo kwayan yo, epi ede moun pèsevere nan lapriyè



Akonpaye kòlèg ki dekouraje, bay fidbak ki vrè ak konstriktif, epi devlope detèminasyon
san minimize pwoblèm ki reyèl.

Nòt sou entèpretasyon / etik: Ankourajman dwe rete vrè epi gen konpasyon; li pa dwe tounen






Yon dispozisyon espesyal pou pataje resous materyèl avèk kè kontan pou ede moun ki
nan bezwen epi soutni travay Levanjil la. Sa diferan ak devwa tout kretyen genyen pou



Soutni sèvis asistans, bous etid, misyon, èd pratik ak pwogram legliz yo jere avèk



Finanse patenarya kominotè, pataje konesans, kreye opòtinite ki jis, epi bay yon fason
transparan san achte enfliyans.

Nòt sou entèpretasyon / etik: Don lajan pa dwe achte pouvwa, favoritism oswa yon
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04 | GIFT PROFILES • STEWARDSHIP AND COMPASSION


Gifts 09 & 10                                                                                     Don 09 ak 10
GIFT 09 | Leadership / Administration
Rom 12:8; 1 Cor 12:28                                                                             Wom 12:8; 1 Kor 12:28
WHAT IT IS                                                                                        KISA DON SA A YE
The related but distinct capacities to guide people diligently and to steer complex
ministry tasks wisely. Romans emphasizes leading; Corinthians names forms of
administration or guidance.                                                                       oswa direksyon.

IN THE CHURCH                                                                                     NAN LEGLIZ
Establish safe ministry structures, coordinate volunteers, steward budgets, clarify
responsibilities, and develop shared rather than controlling leadership.

IN THE MARKETPLACE                                                                                NAN TRAVAY AK NAN KOMINOTE A
Lead teams with integrity, create transparent workflows, manage resources fairly, and
make it easier for others to contribute meaningfully.

Interpretive / ethical note: Administration does not automatically confer spiritual authority;    Nòt sou entèpretasyon / etik: Administrasyon pa bay otorite espirityèl otomatikman; lidèchip
leadership is stewardship, not ownership.


GIFT 10 | Mercy / Compassion                                                                      DON 10 | Mizerikòd / Konpasyon
Rom 12:8; cf. James 1:27                                                                          Wom 12:8; cf. Jak 1:27
WHAT IT IS                                                                                        KISA DON SA A YE
A Spirit-shaped readiness to respond tenderly and practically to suffering, exclusion,
illness, or distress. Paul specifically urges that mercy be exercised cheerfully.


IN THE CHURCH                                                                                     NAN LEGLIZ
Visit the sick and isolated, support grieving families, and organize dignified care for
people facing hardship.                                                                           moun ki gen difikilte.

IN THE MARKETPLACE                                                                                NAN TRAVAY AK NAN KOMINOTE A
Practice compassionate customer or patient care, advocate for vulnerable people, and
build inclusive workplaces with careful confidentiality.

Interpretive / ethical note: Mercy should honor dignity, consent, safeguarding, and long-term
wellbeing.                                                                                        byennèt moun alontèm.
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04 | DESKRIPSYON DON YO • JESYON AK KONPASYON



DON 09 | Lidèchip / Administrasyon


De kapasite ki gen rapò men ki diferan: gide moun avèk dilijans epi dirije travay ministè ki
konplike avèk sajès. Women mete aksan sou dirije; 1 Korentyen pale de administrasyon



Mete estrikti ministè ki an sekirite, kowòdone volontè, jere bidjè avèk fidelite, klè sou
responsabilite, epi devlope lidèchip pataje olye dominasyon.


Dirije ekip avèk entegrite, kreye pwosedi transparan, jere resous yon fason jis epi fasilite
patisipasyon chak moun.


se jere sa Bondye konfye, pa posede moun.





Yon dispozisyon Sentespri a fòme pou reponn avèk tandrès ak aksyon konkrè lè moun ap
soufri, yo mete yo sou kote, yo malad oswa yo nan detrès. Pòl mande pou moun pratike
mizerikòd avèk kè kontan.


Vizite malad ak moun ki izole, soutni fanmi ki nan dèy, epi òganize swen ki respekte diyite



Ofri swen ki gen konpasyon pou kliyan oswa pasyan, defann moun ki vilnerab, epi bati
espas travay kote tout moun jwenn plas yo, pandan w pwoteje konfidansyalite.

Nòt sou entèpretasyon / etik: Mizerikòd dwe respekte diyite, konsantman, pwoteksyon ak
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04 | GIFT PROFILES • WORDS THAT GUIDE


Gifts 11 & 12                                                                                       Don 11 ak 12
GIFT 11 | Word of Wisdom                                                                            DON 11 | Pawòl sajès
1 Cor 12:8; cf. James 1:5                                                                           1 Kor 12:8; cf. Jak 1:5
WHAT IT IS                                                                                          KISA DON SA A YE
A Spirit-given expression of wisdom for a particular circumstance. Interpretations differ:
some emphasize timely revelatory insight; others stress Spirit-directed application of
God’s truth.                                                                                        Bondye anba direksyon Sentespri a.

IN THE CHURCH                                                                                       NAN LEGLIZ
Offer biblically grounded judgment in conflicts, difficult ministry choices, and pastoral
decisions while welcoming collective discernment.

IN THE MARKETPLACE                                                                                  NAN TRAVAY AK NAN KOMINOTE A
Bring sound ethical perspective to complex choices, considering evidence, people, timing,
and long-term consequences rather than claiming infallibility.

Interpretive / ethical note: The “word of wisdom” is not identical to every instance of ordinary    Nòt sou entèpretasyon / etik: «Pawòl sajès» la pa menm bagay ak tout bon desizyon moun
prudence.                                                                                           pran nan lavi nòmal.


GIFT 12 | Word of Knowledge                                                                         DON 12 | Pawòl konesans
1 Cor 12:8                                                                                          1 Kor 12:8
WHAT IT IS                                                                                          KISA DON SA A YE
A Spirit-enabled communication of knowledge that benefits others. Traditions differ over
whether it involves supernatural disclosure, informed scriptural insight, or more than one
form.                                                                                               konpreyansyon biblik ki byen fonde, oswa plizyè fòm.

IN THE CHURCH                                                                                       NAN LEGLIZ
Clarify biblical teaching, surface a relevant truth for ministry, and submit any claimed
insight to testing and pastoral accountability.

IN THE MARKETPLACE                                                                                  NAN TRAVAY AK NAN KOMINOTE A
Help colleagues identify overlooked information and learn well; verify factual claims
instead of treating an impression as evidence.

Interpretive / ethical note: Do not use supposed hidden knowledge to invade privacy or
discredit others.                                                                                   sal repitasyon lòt moun.
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04 | DESKRIPSYON DON YO • PAWÒL KI GIDE






Yon ekspresyon sajès Sentespri a bay pou yon sikonstans patikilye. Entèpretasyon yo
diferan: kèk moun mete aksan sou yon revelasyon alè; lòt yo sou aplikasyon verite



Bay bon jijman ki chita sou Bib la nan konfli, desizyon difisil nan ministè ak swen pastoral,
pandan w akeyi disènman ansanm.


Pote bon jijman etik nan desizyon konplike, pran an konsiderasyon prèv, moun, moman
an ak konsekans alontèm, san reklame w pa ka fè erè.








Yon kominikasyon konesans Sentespri a rann posib pou benefis lòt moun. Tradisyon yo
diferan sou kesyon si se yon enfòmasyon Bondye revele yon fason sinatirèl, yon



Klarifye ansèyman biblik, mete yon verite ki itil pou ministè a an limyè, epi soumèt tout
konesans moun di yo resevwa anba egzamen ak responsabilite pastoral.


Ede kòlèg remake enfòmasyon yo pa t wè, epi aprann byen; verifye sa w di ki se yon
reyalite olye w trete enpresyon kòm prèv.

Nòt sou entèpretasyon / etik: Pa sèvi ak swadizan konesans kache pou anvayi vi prive oswa
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04 | GIFT PROFILES • TRUST AND HEALING


Gifts 13 & 14                                                                                       Don 13 ak 14
GIFT 13 | Faith                                                                                     DON 13 | Lafwa
1 Cor 12:9; cf. 13:2                                                                                1 Kor 12:9; cf. 13:2
WHAT IT IS                                                                                          KISA DON SA A YE
A distinctive Spirit-given confidence in God in a difficult situation, often distinguished
from the saving faith shared by all Christians. It inspires hopeful dependence, not control
over outcomes.                                                                                      Bondye avèk espwa, pa kontwòl sou rezilta yo.

IN THE CHURCH                                                                                       NAN LEGLIZ
Strengthen a congregation facing uncertainty; lead persistent prayer and faithful action
without promising that God must deliver a specific result.

IN THE MARKETPLACE                                                                                  NAN TRAVAY AK NAN KOMINOTE A
Pursue morally courageous projects despite setbacks, while still undertaking risk
assessment, diligence, and sound financial stewardship.

Interpretive / ethical note: Faith does not remove the need for prudence or guarantee a
desired outcome.                                                                                    swete a.


GIFT 14 | Gifts of Healings                                                                         DON 14 | Don gerizon
1 Cor 12:9, 28, 30; cf. James 5:14–16
WHAT IT IS                                                                                          KISA DON SA A YE
Spirit-enabled ministry associated with God’s healing action. Paul speaks of “gifts of
healings” in the plural; Christians differ about their present frequency, purpose, and
expression.                                                                                         manifeste jodi a.

IN THE CHURCH                                                                                       NAN LEGLIZ
Pray compassionately for those who are ill, support pastoral visitation, and give thanks
for healing without blaming those who remain sick.

IN THE MARKETPLACE                                                                                  NAN TRAVAY AK NAN KOMINOTE A
Support those needing care, advocate for access to treatment, and offer prayer with
permission; never present prayer as a substitute for licensed medical care.

Interpretive / ethical note: Never promise cures, discourage treatment, or exploit suffering for    Nòt sou entèpretasyon / etik: Pa janm pwomèt gerizon, dekouraje tretman medikal, oswa
money.                                                                                              pwofite soufrans moun pou fè lajan.
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04 | DESKRIPSYON DON YO • KONFYANS AK GERIZON






Yon konfyans espesyal Sentespri a bay nan Bondye lè gen gwo difikilte; souvan yo
distenge li ak lafwa pou delivrans tout kretyen pataje a. Li ankouraje depandans sou



Fòtifye yon kongregasyon ki nan ensètitid; dirije lapriyè ki pèsevere ak aksyon fidèl, san
pwomèt Bondye oblije bay yon rezilta presi.


Pousuiv pwojè ki kòrèk moralman malgre obstak, pandan w toujou evalye risk, fè
verifikasyon epi jere lajan avèk sajès.

Nòt sou entèpretasyon / etik: Lafwa pa retire bezwen pou pridans e li pa garanti rezilta nou ta




1 Kor 12:9, 28, 30; cf. Jak 5:14–16

Yon ministè Sentespri a rann posib ki asosye ak aksyon Bondye pou geri moun. Pòl pale
de «don gerizon» nan pliryèl; kretyen yo pa dakò sou frekans, objektif ak fason don sa yo



Priye avèk konpasyon pou moun ki malad, soutni vizit pastoral, epi remèsye Bondye pou
gerizon san blame moun ki rete malad.


Soutni moun ki bezwen swen, defann aksè yo ak tretman, epi ofri lapriyè avèk pèmisyon;
pa janm prezante lapriyè kòm ranplasman swen yon pwofesyonèl sante kalifye.


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04 | GIFT PROFILES • POWER AND DISCERNMENT


Gifts 15 & 16                                                                                   Don 15 ak 16
GIFT 15 | Working of Miracles                                                                   DON 15 | Fè mirak
1 Cor 12:10, 28; cf. Gal 3:5                                                                    1 Kor 12:10, 28; cf. Gal 3:5
WHAT IT IS                                                                                      KISA DON SA A YE
Special divine acts of power associated with the Spirit’s work and witness. The New
Testament records signs, but the frequency and function of such gifts in the church today
are debated.                                                                                    jodi a.

IN THE CHURCH                                                                                   NAN LEGLIZ
Pray with expectancy and humility, evaluate testimonies responsibly, and keep attention
on Christ rather than spectacle.

IN THE MARKETPLACE                                                                              NAN TRAVAY AK NAN KOMINOTE A
Respond to apparently extraordinary answers to prayer with gratitude and verifiable
honesty; ordinary achievements must not be labeled miracles without warrant.

Interpretive / ethical note: Never stage or fabricate a miracle, or use a claim of power to
coerce others.                                                                                  reklamasyon pouvwa pou fòse lòt moun.


GIFT 16 | Discernment of Spirits
1 Cor 12:10; cf. 1 John 4:1                                                                     1 Kor 12:10; cf. 1 John 4:1
WHAT IT IS                                                                                      KISA DON SA A YE
A Spirit-enabled ability to evaluate the spiritual source or character of claims and
manifestations. Testing doctrine and conduct remains an obligation of the whole
community.                                                                                      konduit.

IN THE CHURCH                                                                                   NAN LEGLIZ
Evaluate teaching, prophetic claims, and ministry practices in light of the gospel,
Scripture, fruit, and accountable communal judgment.

IN THE MARKETPLACE                                                                              NAN TRAVAY AK NAN KOMINOTE A
Exercise careful moral and critical judgment about ideas and practices without labeling
coworkers spiritually evil or bypassing normal evidence.

Interpretive / ethical note: Discernment must not become suspicion, public accusation, or
unaccountable power.                                                                            pouvwa ki pa rann kont.
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04 | DESKRIPSYON DON YO • PUVWA AK DISÈNMAN






Aksyon espesyal pouvwa Bondye ki asosye ak travay ak temwayaj Sentespri a. Nouvo
Testaman an rakonte siy mirak, men gen deba sou frekans ak wòl don sa yo nan Legliz



Priye avèk espwa ak imilite, egzamine temwayaj yo avèk responsabilite, epi kenbe
atansyon sou Kris olye sou espektak.


Lè yon repons lapriyè sanble ekstraòdinè, remèsye Bondye epi rete onèt sou sa nou
kapab verifye; pa rele tout reyalizasyon nòmal yon mirak san rezon solid.

Nòt sou entèpretasyon / etik: Pa janm fabrike yon mirak, fè fo demonstrasyon, oswa sèvi ak



DON 16 | Disènman lespri yo


Yon kapasite Sentespri a bay pou evalye sous oswa karaktè espirityèl yon deklarasyon
oubyen yon manifestasyon. Tout kominote a toujou gen devwa pou egzamine doktrin ak



Egzamine ansèyman, mesaj pwofetik ak pratik ministè selon Levanjil la, Ekriti yo, fwi lavi
yo ak jijman kominotè ki rann kont.


Egzèse bon jijman moral ak kritik sou lide ak pratik yo, san bay kòlèg etikèt «move lespri»
ni pase sou prèv òdinè.

Nòt sou entèpretasyon / etik: Disènman pa dwe tounen sispisyon, akizasyon piblik oswa
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04 | GIFT PROFILES • SPEECH AND UNDERSTANDING


Gifts 17 & 18                                                                                     Don 17 ak 18
GIFT 17 | Various Kinds of Tongues
1 Cor 12:10, 28–30; 14:2, 27–28; Acts 2:4–11
WHAT IT IS                                                                                        KISA DON SA A YE
Spirit-enabled speech in tongues. Acts 2 describes recognizable languages; the precise
relation to the Corinthian practice and questions of private prayer remain debated.

IN THE CHURCH                                                                                     NAN LEGLIZ
Where practiced corporately, follow Paul’s instruction for order and interpretation so the
gathering is built up; honor churches with different conclusions.

IN THE MARKETPLACE                                                                                NAN TRAVAY AK NAN KOMINOTE A
Cultivate respect for diverse languages and offer culturally sensitive prayer when
appropriate, without equating learned bilingual ability with this specific gift.

Interpretive / ethical note: Paul does not teach that every believer speaks in tongues (1 Cor
12:30).


GIFT 18 | Interpretation of Tongues
1 Cor 12:10, 30; 14:5, 13, 27–28
WHAT IT IS                                                                                        KISA DON SA A YE
A Spirit-enabled rendering of a message in tongues so that the gathered church can
understand and be strengthened. It is distinct from ordinary learned-language translation.


IN THE CHURCH                                                                                     NAN LEGLIZ
If a public message in tongues occurs, provide intelligible interpretation according to
congregational policy and Pauline guidance, or refrain from public speech.

IN THE MARKETPLACE                                                                                NAN TRAVAY AK NAN KOMINOTE A
Champion language access and understandable communication for diverse groups;
practical translation is valuable but not automatically this charism.

Interpretive / ethical note: Do not present unverified interpretations as beyond evaluation or    Nòt sou entèpretasyon / etik: Pa prezante yon entèpretasyon ki pa verifye tankou yon bagay
correction.                                                                                       pèsonn pa kapab evalye oswa korije.
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04 | DESKRIPSYON DON YO • PAWÒL AK KONPREYANSYON



DON 17 | Plizyè kalite lang
1 Kor 12:10, 28–30; 14:2, 27–28; Travay 2:4–11

Pale nan lang Sentespri a rann posib. Travay 2 dekri lang moun te ka rekonèt; relasyon
ant evènman sa a ak pratik Korent lan, ansanm ak kesyon lapriyè prive, rete sijè deba.


Lè gen pratik piblik, suiv konsiy Pòl sou lòd ak entèpretasyon pou kongregasyon an
grandi; respekte legliz ki rive nan lòt konklizyon.


Kiltive respè pou diferan lang epi ofri lapriyè ki sansib pou kilti moun, lè sa apwopriye, san
konfonn kapasite aprann de lang ak don sa a.

Nòt sou entèpretasyon / etik: Pòl pa anseye tout kwayan pale nan lang (1 Kor 12:30).



DON 18 | Entèpretasyon lang
1 Kor 12:10, 30; 14:5, 13, 27–28

Yon kapasite Sentespri a bay pou rann yon mesaj ki te fèt nan lang konpreyansib, pou
Legliz ki reyini an kapab konprann epi jwenn fòs. Li diferan ak tradiksyon lang yon moun
aprann nòmalman.


Si gen yon mesaj piblik nan lang, bay yon entèpretasyon moun konprann selon règleman
kongregasyon an ak konsiy Pòl, sinon pa bay mesaj la piblikman.


Defann aksè nan diferan lang ak kominikasyon ki klè pou divès gwoup; tradiksyon pratik
gen anpil valè, men li pa otomatikman don espirityèl sa a.


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05 | APPLIED MINISTRY                                                                          05 | MINISTÈ NAN PRATIK


Four scenarios: gifts working                                                                  Kat ka: don yo sèvi ansanm
together
These illustrations show how multiple kinds of service can complement one
another. They are examples for reflection—not tests for assigning gifts or promises
of particular outcomes.

A GROWING CONGREGATION                                                                         YON KONGREGASYON K AP GRANDI
Teaching explains Scripture; shepherding notices a struggling family; helps coordinates
meals; leadership designs a fair care process; generosity makes the response sustainable.
No gift works alone.                                                                           kontinye. Pa gen yon don ki travay poukont li.


AN EDUCATION-ACCESS INITIATIVE                                                                 YON PWOJÈ POU OGMANTE AKSÈ NAN EDIKASYON
A Christian team may bring wisdom to a difficult decision, administration to delivery,
service to student support, and mercy to learners facing barriers. Professional
safeguarding and academic standards remain essential.


A WORKPLACE CRISIS                                                                             YON KRIZ NAN TRAVAY
A supervisor listens before deciding; an encourager offers truthful support; a person
gifted in mercy helps a vulnerable colleague find appropriate assistance. None of these
gifts justifies coercion, gossip, or ignoring workplace procedures.


A MULTICULTURAL COMMUNITY GATHERING
Evangelistic witness may be offered voluntarily and respectfully; teachers explain plainly;    Moun kapab pataje temwayaj evanjelik avèk respè, san fòs; anseyan yo esplike byen klè;
language access is arranged through skilled translators; any public tongues practice
follows the congregation’s biblical convictions and rules of interpretation.


ONE BODY, MANY MEMBERS                                                                         YON SÈL KÒ, ANPIL MANM
A wise leader does not ask, “Who has the most impressive gift?” but “Who can serve this
need faithfully, together with others?” Read 1 Corinthians 12:14–27 and consider who
has been overlooked.                                                                           reflechi sou moun yo konn bliye.
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Egzanp sa yo montre jan plizyè kalite sèvis kapab konplete youn lòt. Yo la pou ede
nou reflechi—se pa egzamen pou bay moun don oswa garanti yon rezilta.



Ansèyman esplike Ekriti yo; swen pastoral remake yon fanmi ki nan difikilte; don èd
òganize manje; lidèchip prepare yon pwosesis swen ki jis; jenewozite ede sèvis la




Yon ekip kretyen kapab pote sajès nan yon desizyon difisil, administrasyon pou mete
pwojè a an aplikasyon, sèvis pou soutni elèv, ak mizerikòd pou sila yo k ap konfwonte
obstak. Pwoteksyon pwofesyonèl ak estanda akademik rete esansyèl.



Yon sipèvizè koute anvan li deside; yon moun ki ankouraje bay sipò ki vre; yon moun ki
gen don mizerikòd ede yon kòlèg vilnerab jwenn asistans ki apwopriye. Okenn don pa
jistifye fòs, tripotay oswa neglije règleman travay.


YON RASANBLEMAN PLIZYÈ KILTI

tradiktè ki kalifye ede moun konprann; nenpòt pratik lang an piblik dwe respekte
konviksyon biblik kongregasyon an ak règleman sou entèpretasyon.



Yon lidè ki gen sajès pa mande: «Ki moun ki gen don ki pi fè bri a?» Li mande: «Ki moun ki
ka reponn bezwen sa a avèk fidelite, ansanm ak lòt moun?» Li 1 Korentyen 12:14–27 epi
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06 | PERSONAL AND COMMUNAL DISCERNMENT


Discern and develop your gifts                                                               Disène epi devlope don ou yo
The New Testament does not supply a standardized “spiritual gift test.”
Questionnaires may prompt reflection, but they cannot replace prayer, community
confirmation, observed service, doctrinal faithfulness, and fruit over time.

1 Pray and study                                                                             1 Priye epi etidye
Read Romans 12, 1 Corinthians 12–14, Ephesians 4, and 1 Peter 4 slowly. Ask what each
text emphasizes about love and edification.


2 Notice real needs                                                                          2 Remake bezwen reyèl yo
Ask which people or ministries need help. Begin with service rather than seeking a
prestigious label.                                                                           prestijye.


3 Serve in concrete ways                                                                     3 Sèvi yon fason konkrè
Try teaching, practical assistance, encouragement, outreach, or other opportunities
appropriate to your competence and church setting.


4 Invite honest feedback                                                                     4 Mande fidbak ki onèt
Ask trustworthy church leaders and those helped by your service: Was it accurate, loving,    Mande responsab legliz ou fè konfyans ansanm ak moun ou ede yo: Èske sèvis la te kòrèk,
effective, and appropriate?                                                                  plen lanmou, itil epi apwopriye?


5 Grow with accountability                                                                   5 Grandi pandan w ap rann kont
Seek training, accept correction, address weaknesses, and keep exercising gifts under the    Chèche fòmasyon, aksepte koreksyon, travay sou feblès ou epi kontinye sèvi ak don yo
rule of love.                                                                                anba prensip lanmou.


DISCERNMENT PRAYER                                                                           LAPRIYÈ POU DISÈNMAN
Lord Jesus Christ, teach me to receive Your grace humbly, to notice the needs of others,
to serve with integrity, and to welcome the Spirit’s formation of my character. Make my
gifts useful to Your people and to my neighbors. Amen.


Keep a simple practice journal: Record the need, what you did, whom it served, feedback
received, and lessons learned. Review with a trusted mentor.
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06 | DISÈNMAN PÈSONÈL AK ANSANM



Nouvo Testaman an pa bay yon «tès don espirityèl» ki ofisyèl pou tout moun.
Kesyonè kapab ede reflechi, men yo pa ranplase lapriyè, konfimasyon kominote a,
sèvis moun obsève, fidelite ak doktrin, ak fwi ki parèt avèk tan.


Li Women 12, 1 Korentyen 12–14, Efezyen 4 ak 1 Pyè 4 dousman. Mande sa chak tèks
mete devan sou lanmou ak bati Legliz la.



Mande ki moun oswa ki ministè ki bezwen èd. Kòmanse sèvi olye w ap chèche yon tit




Eseye anseye, bay èd pratik, ankouraje, fè evanjelizasyon oswa lòt sèvis ki koresponn ak
kapasite ou ak kontèks legliz ou.













Seyè Jezi Kris, anseye m resevwa lagras Ou avèk imilite, remake bezwen lòt moun, sèvi
avèk entegrite epi kite Sentespri a fòme karaktè mwen. Fè don mwen yo sèvi pèp Ou ak
pwochen mwen. Amèn.


Kenbe yon ti kaye pou sèvis ou: Ekri bezwen ou remake a, sa ou fè, moun ou ede, fidbak ou
resevwa ak leson ou aprann. Revize sa avèk yon konseye ou fè konfyans.
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07 | GUIDED STUDY                                                                             07 | ETID GIDE


Questions for individuals and                                                                 Kesyon pou moun ak gwoup
groups
Read the biblical passages before discussing the scenarios. Use Scripture to assess
both a gift’s expression and the manner in which it is exercised.

01. What does “for the common good” mean in 1 Corinthians 12:7?

02. How does Romans 12:3–8 challenge spiritual pride or passive church
membership?

03. Why is 1 Corinthians 13 placed between chapters 12 and 14?

04. Which gifts are easily overlooked in your congregation? What would change if
they were valued?

05. Why should an apparent gift not be equated with maturity, truthfulness, or
permission to lead?                                                                           di laverite oswa li gen dwa dirije?

06. How does Ephesians 4 define the purpose of leaders who equip the saints?

07. What is the difference between Spirit-enabled service and ordinary professional
competence?                                                                                   òdinè?

08. What safeguards are essential when someone claims prophecy, healing, or special
revelation?                                                                                   revelasyon espesyal?

09. How could a believer exercise generosity, mercy, teaching, or administration in a
school or business without pressuring others?

10. What one concrete act of service could you begin this month? Who could help
you assess it?                                                                                evalye li?


CLOSING FORMATION THOUGHT                                                                     REFLEKSYON FINAL SOU FÒMASYON
The Spirit does not give a gifted church so that a few people become indispensable. Christ    Sentespri a pa bay don pou sèlman kèk moun vin endispansab. Kris ap fòme yon kò kote
forms a body in which diverse people serve one another, speak truth in love, and grow
together toward maturity (Eph 4:11–16).
KREYÒL AYISYEN










Li pasaj biblik yo anvan ou diskite sou sitiyasyon yo. Sèvi ak Ekriti yo pou evalye ni
fason don an parèt ni fason moun nan egzèse li.

01. Kisa «pou byen tout moun» vle di nan 1 Korentyen 12:7?

02. Ki jan Women 12:3–8 konbat ògèy espirityèl ak manm legliz ki pa patisipe?


03. Poukisa 1 Korentyen 13 vini ant chapit 12 ak 14 yo?

04. Ki don yo fasil neglije nan kongregasyon ou? Ki sa ki ta chanje si yo te gen valè?


05. Poukisa yon don ki parèt lakay yon moun pa vle di li otomatikman gen matirite, li


06. Ki jan Efezyen 4 defini objektif lidè ki ekipe pèp Bondye a?

07. Ki diferans ki genyen ant sèvis Sentespri a rann posib ak konpetans pwofesyonèl


08. Ki mezi pwoteksyon ki nesesè lè yon moun reklame pwofesi, gerizon oswa


09. Ki jan yon kwayan kapab sèvi ak jenewozite, mizerikòd, ansèyman oswa
administrasyon nan lekòl oubyen biznis san fè presyon sou lòt moun?

10. Ki aksyon sèvis konkrè ou kapab kòmanse mwa sa a? Ki moun ki kapab ede ou





moun ki diferan sèvi youn lòt, pale laverite avèk lanmou epi grandi ansanm pou rive nan
matirite (Efe 4:11–16).
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08 | SOURCES AND EDITORIAL NOTES                                                                     08 | SOUS AK NÒT EDITORYAL


Scripture and scholarship                                                                            Ekriti yo ak rechèch teyolojik
SCRIPTURAL FOUNDATIONS                                                                               BAZ BIBLIK YO
Romans 12:3–8; 1 Corinthians 12–14; Ephesians 4:7–16; 1 Peter 4:9–11. Other
references: Acts 2:1–11; Acts 6:1–7; Acts 20:28; Galatians 5:22–23; 1 Thessalonians
5:19–21; James 5:14–16; 1 John 4:1. Descriptions are interpretation and paraphrase, not
copied Bible translations.


Sources consulted for this study                                                                     Sous nou konsilte pou etid sa a
• Jacob Dodson with Amos Yong, “Charismatic Gifts,” St Andrews Encyclopaedia of Theology
(2022). Read online                                                                                  (2022). Li sou entènèt

• Baker Academic, “Paul on Spiritual Gifts,” study chart among Mark Allan Powell’s resources.
Read online                                                                                          sou entènèt

• Crossway / ESV Global Study Bible, “Spiritual Gifts in Paul’s Letters.” Read online

• American Bible Society, “Spiritual Gifts” (2010). Read online

• BibleProject, “Holy Spirit,” biblical theme guide. Read online


RELATED INSTITUTE MATERIALS CONSULTED
The Way, Christian Leadership, Lesson 5: “Spiritual Gifts and the Body of Christ” (Strand 1); The    The Way, Christian Leadership, Leson 5: «Spiritual Gifts and the Body of Christ» (Seksyon 1);
Way, Pentecost: The Promise, the Spirit & the Mission (Strand 2, S2-DOC-PENT-EN-M-001).
These established themes of shared ministry, formation, interpretation, and witness.



SUGGESTED FURTHER ACADEMIC READING
Gordon D. Fee, God’s Empowering Presence (Baker Academic, 2009 paperback); Anthony C.
Thiselton, The First Epistle to the Corinthians (Eerdmans, 2000); Craig S. Keener, Gift and Giver    First Epistle to the Corinthians (Eerdmans, 2000); Craig S. Keener, Gift and Giver (Baker
(Baker Academic, 2001 / 2020). Recommended works; the full books were not consulted for
this edition.                                                                                        sa a.


EDITORIAL NOTE ON DOCTRINAL DIFFERENCES
Continuationist, Pentecostal, charismatic, Catholic, Orthodox, and cessationist traditions
differ on the present exercise of some gifts. This guide does not claim universal
agreement; examine the biblical texts, responsible scholarship, and church oversight.
KREYÒL AYISYEN










Women 12:3–8; 1 Korentyen 12–14; Efezyen 4:7–16; 1 Pyè 4:9–11. Lòt referans: Travay
2:1–11; 6:1–7; 20:28; Galat 5:22–23; 1 Tesalonisyen 5:19–21; Jak 5:14–16; 1 Jan 4:1.
Eksplikasyon yo se entèpretasyon ak parafraz, se pa tèks Bib ki kopye.




• Jacob Dodson with Amos Yong, “Charismatic Gifts,” St Andrews Encyclopaedia of Theology


• Baker Academic, “Paul on Spiritual Gifts,” study chart among Mark Allan Powell’s resources. Li


• Crossway / ESV Global Study Bible, “Spiritual Gifts in Paul’s Letters.” Li sou entènèt

• American Bible Society, “Spiritual Gifts” (2010). Li sou entènèt

• BibleProject, “Holy Spirit,” biblical theme guide. Li sou entènèt


LÒT MATERYÈL ENSTITI A NOU KONSILTE

The Way, Pentecost: The Promise, the Spirit & the Mission (Seksyon 2,
S2-DOC-PENT-EN-M-001). Yo mete baz sou ministè pataje, fòmasyon, entèpretasyon ak
temwayaj.


LÒT LIV AKADEMIK NOU REKÒMANDE
Gordon D. Fee, God’s Empowering Presence (Baker Academic, 2009); Anthony C. Thiselton, The

Academic, 2001 / 2020). Nou rekòmande liv sa yo; nou pa t konsilte tout liv sa yo pou edisyon



NÒT EDITORYAL SOU DIFERANS DOKTRINAL
Tradisyon kontinyasyonis, pentkotis, karismatik, katolik, òtodòks ak sesasyonis pa dakò
sou jan kèk don egzèse jodi a. Gid sa a pa pretann tout moun dakò; egzamine pasaj biblik
yo, bon rechèch ak sipèvizyon legliz la.