Experiences

One of the most overlooked factors in determining the ministry God has for us is our past experience, particularly the hurts and problems we've overcome with God's help. Since our greatest life messages come out of our weaknesses, not our strengths, w should pay close attention to what we've learned in the "school of hard knocks".

Remember that God never wastes a hurt, and he can use you to minister to people who are going through what you've been through! (cf 2 Corinthians 1:3-4).

So it is good to look at:

Your spiritual experiences Meaningful decisions/times with God
Your painful experiences Problems, hurts, trials that have taught you
Your educational experiences What were your favourite subjects at school?
Your ministry experiences How have you served in the past?