The gift of craftsmanship enables a believer to use a trade or craft for the good of the body of Christ. This gift or glorified talent will gives the ability to use your hands, thoughts and mind to make things which increase the effectiveness of others’ ministries; to enjoy serving with your hands to meet tangible needs; to design and build tangible items and resources for ministry use.. You may also serve as a trainer for others to develop their abilities in this area.
Scriptural References:
Exodus 31:3‐11; Ezekiel 27:4; 1 Chronicles 4:14
People with this gift:
- work with wood, paints, metal, glass, electrical, plumbing and other raw materials;
- make things which increase the effectiveness of others’ ministries;
- enjoy serving with their hands to meet tangible needs;
- design and build tangible items and resources for ministry use;
- work with different kinds of tools and are skilled with their hands.
A person with this gift is usually:
Creative – Resourceful – Practical – Designer – Handy – Helpful – Discreet
Ministry Opportunities:
- AV/Lighting Team
- Carpentry
- Cemetery Committee
- Grounds Care
- Memorial Garden Maintenance
- Ongoing Maintenance Needs
- Property Committee
This gift belongs to the category ART. You may find it useful to get information on other gifts which belong to this same category. These gifts are: Artistry; Music – Vocal; Music – Instrumental; Writing.