Description: Divine ability to gather knowledge and understanding, then clearly communicate and apply Biblical principles to the lives of the church body.
Purpose:
- equipping of the saints for the work of service (Eph. 4:12)
- building up of the body of Christ (Eph. 4:12)
- in progression of things, after prophets (1 Cor 12:28)
Focus:
- Task oriented.
- Gift focused on believers.
- Group settings.
- Focuses on facts and information.
Results:
- unite the faith (Eph. 4:13)
- build knowledge of the Son of God (Eph. 4:13)
- to make a mature man (Eph. 4:13)
Attributes:
- Speaking gift (1 Cor 14:6)
- Thirst for knowledge and understanding
- Self-disciplined
- Need for respect
Blindsides:
- Tend to think of themselves as superior
- Tend to be angry or upset.
- Tend to make poor counselors.
Possible Ministries:
Teaching
- Preaching
- Writing