SHIFT WORK

Discipleship is an ongoing, ever-evolving process. “Shift Work” is about making critical changes towards spiritual growth. We continually mature in Christ and, as we do, our old self–our natural sin-filled self–sloughs off.

The Second Shift we need to make is to investigate and discover the unique ways in which God designed us.

Read through these statements and questions and think thoughtfully about each one. In your journal or notebook, record any thoughts or Scripture that speak to you.

For we are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand, that we should walk in them (Eph. 2:10).

Jesus is the master designer and has made each one of us a unique masterpiece. We are responsible for doing good works in service and discovering the unique qualities He has given us for this purpose. Reflect on the questions below to begin to unveil the picture God is creating.

What do you think you’re good at?

What do other people tell you you’re good at?

List five skills you’ve mastered.

What causes or people groups do you care about?

If you could do anything in the world, what would it be? What scripture verses compel or convict you to action?

What do you think God is calling you to do with your gifts? What changes in your life are necessary to make this happen? Is a clear picture of your masterpiece life beginning to emerge? If so, describe it and then share it with someone in your life.

If not, what could you do daily or regularly to help you start to see that picture or see it more clearly?