We live in a busy society. In fact, some measure their success by how busy they are. This isn't what God desires, but when we serve to honor God we experience joy. This isn't why we serve, but when we give of ourselves, empowered by God, we experience true life.
Try new things. We want to give people the freedom to test an area without feeling the obligation to continue. Ministry should become a joyful experience rather than a job that sucks the life out of you. We also strongly believe that failure is a significant part of the learning process. Billy Graham didn't become a significant evangelist over night. As he became faithful with a little, as he recognized who he was in Christ, God was able to use him for great things.
God gifts people to accomplish his purposes. Spiritual gifts are given to the church to build the whole church. When each person serves within their area of giftedess the work is more enjoyable, and the church thrives. Remember it is for His purpose and His timing, which means He can gift people for a season or for a lifetime in a particular area. The reality is that some people aren't sure how God has gifted them. This can be due to lack of understanding or not enough experiences.
Want to find out how God wants to use you? Use the following tools to identify your gifts and interests. You can use the Spiritual Gifts Inventory to find your gifts and then pray about how to use those in the Body and in the world. The Ministry and Missions Ebook will show you the ministries and people we support in our community and around the world, and possible ways you can join in their ministries using the gifts and passions you have.
Ministry and Missions Ebook 2011 - Opportunities to serve BSLC, the community and the world within your small group
Spiritual Gifts Inventory - Interest Finder