A church would

do well to keep these lists and let prospective teachers discern if they

have the gift of teaching. Does that make sense?

Characteristics:of a teacher with the gift of teaching. Do you see yourself

with these?

1. Presents truth in a logical, systematic way.

2. Validates truth by checking out the facts.

3. Loves to study and do research.

4. Enjoys word studies.

5. Prefers to use biblical illustrations rather than life illustrations.

6. Gets upset when Scripture is used out of context.

7. Feels concerned that truth be established in every situation.

8. Is more objective than subjective.

9. Easily develops and uses a large vocabulary.

10. Emphasizes facts and the accuracy of words.

11. Checks out the source of knowledge of others who teach.

12. Prefers teaching believers to engaging in evangelism.

13. Feels Bible study is foundational to the operation of all the gifts.

14. Solves problems by starting with scriptural principles.

15. Is intellectually sharp.

16. Is self-disciplined.

17. Is emotionally self-controlled.

18. Has only a select circle of friends.

19. Has strong convictions and opinions based on investigation of facts.

20. Believes truth has the intrinsic power to produce change.

Typical problem areas of the gift of teaching.-

1. Tends to neglect the practical application of truth.

2. Is slow to accept viewpoints of others.

3. Tends to develop pride in intellectual ability.

4. Tends to be legalistic and dogmatic.

5. Is easily sidetracked by new interests.

SEE the requirements for serving as in Acts 6:3"