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I dont really understand myself, for I want do do what is right, but I dont do it. Instead, I do what I hate. Romans 7:15
The plan of God is for every believer to know that they are wonderfully made (Psalms 139:14) with gifts that are purposed to glorify Him. These natural and supernatural gifts are a part of our God-given personality and motivates our behavior and our actions. Every believer must learn how to operate within their gift in the way that God purposed it and in harmony with the Body of Christ. This is accomplished through personal and spiritual development. Victorious Christian Living involves personal growth that will enable you to:
Introduction
Examine yourself through the Word of God Sharpen your focus on Gods Will and on serving Him Development of an obedient attitude Development of a deeper walk with the Lord
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Purpose
The Faith-Based DISC Assessment was designed to:
Provide believers with an opportunity to gain personal insight into their motivations 2. Assist in the process of maturing individuals into effective servants of the Lord.
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Historical Background
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Answer 128 questions through a numerical rating system " 5 Almost always true
" 4 Often true " 3 Sometimes true " 2 Seldom true " 1 Almost never True
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DISC Assessment
Understanding who we are helps explain whose we are! Dr. Mels Carbonell The DISC Assessment is administered with the Faith-Based DISC Assessment to gain further insight into the individuals personality type.
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Biblical Example: Paul and Sarah Description: Dominant, Direct, Demanding, Decisive Basic Motivation: Challenge and Control Desires
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We need people Relaxation is not a crime Some controls are needed Everyone has a boss Self-control is most important To focus on finishing well is important Sensitivity to peoples feelings is wise
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Freedom from control Authority Varied activities Difficult assignments Opportunities for advancement Choices, rather than ultimatums
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Biblical Advice
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Be gentle and not bossy (James 3:17) Control your feelings and actions (Ephesians 4:26) Focus on one thing at a time (Philippians 3:13) Have a servant attitude (Galatians 5:13)
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Behavioral Blend Example: I/D: Inspirational Doers Super Salesperson. Love large groups. Impressive and can easily influence people to do things. They need a lot of recognition. Exaggerates and often talks too much. Controlling Your I/D Behavioral Blend: (example) Guard the power of your words James 3:6 Dont be like those who by fair words and good speeches deceive, Romans 16:18
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obvious Spiritual Gift(s) provides insight into how an individual will perform in a particular role.
their homes for meetingsactive/task-oriented individualsdriven and determined to make their home a blessing to otherstend to be controlling, but willing to be taken advantage of when it comes to hospitality. They love to plan meetings and entertain people in their homes, but are always in charge.
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Abilities: Share practical steps of action Opportunities: Counseling, Crisis Center, Evangelism Warning: Choose words wisely Reward: Seeing people respond to your advice and helping them through problems Prayer for Help in operation of spiritual gift. Dear God, Use me to say what you would have me to say, not what I feel at the moment.
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Involvement/Personality Perspective
To gain insight into how a personality type can become involved in ministry, one must:
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Give God your giftedness to use for His glory. Gain understanding of how to interpret your personality type and spiritual giftedness. Look for opportunities for ministry to use your giftedness
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Search the Scriptures for insights on how God can use you. Ask your minister or a mature Christian friend to guide you.
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Get involved in a ministry as soon as possible. Pray God will control you and make you all things to all men.
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Using wisdom of personality types to understand individual responses to lifes challenges and choices.
Leadership Insights
Example:
Leader Styles
Example: S Leaders
Follower Styles
S Followers
Sweet, Steady and stable leaders. At times, takes a long time to make a decision. Like leaders who are understanding and gentle. Desires to establish a relationship with a leader who will be around for a long time. Concerned with service and stability. Feel comfortable with sensible and slow judgments. Enjoys familiar and low-key environments. Seldom make demands Friendly, Loyal, but tend to be too nice Necessity to be more aggressive, assertive, and confident. Overly sensitive to their shortcomings. Hate to take risks and often miss opportunities because of being overly cautious. Reliable, relaxed, and reserved.
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Conflict Management:
Most problems today are not theological-theyre relational- personality conflicts and clashes with others. Dr. Mels Carbonell C Behavior (and all spiritual gifts)
Under Pressure: Becomes moody, critical, contemplative, negative, worrisome. Sources of Irritation: Incompetence, disorganization, foolishness, dishonesty, inaccuracy, wastefulness, inconsistency, blind faith, false impressions. Needs to: Loosen up, communicate, be: joyful, positive, tolerant, compromising, open, trusting, enthusiastic. Natural Responses To Conflict: Want to criticize Recommended Wise Responses: Examine Own Self First
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Conflict Management:
Spiritual Gifts
Conflict is a hindrance to spiritual growth and ministry. Insight into why Christians do what they do under pressure provides insight into the basis of conflict. Understanding motivational basis of decisions and the overuse and abuse of spiritual gifts can help to manage conflict within the ministry. Allow God, not your feelings, to control your gift/s. Dr. Mels Carbonell
Example: Gift of Pastor/Shepherding Under Pressure: Becomes serious, insensitive, overly concerned, nosey, intense, regimented, overbearing. Sources of Irritation: Spiritual weakness, indecisiveness, immaturity, lack of: discipline, plan, vision, direction, power, control, consistency. Needs to: Serve by example, build relationships, relax, think before reacting, control self, be: patient, loving, kind, considerate, tolerant.
ARS-MHRCS Resources, P.O. Box 690264, Killeen, TX 76549 * (Phone) 888-445-1116 * www.ars-mhrcs.com/DISC-Consulting.html * Donetta.Quinones@research4usolutions.com
Conclusion
Self-Discovery enhances involvement in the Kingdom of God as one becomes knowledgeable of their purpose by divine design.
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