Lecture Notes on the Gift of Exhorter

Introduction

Principle of Reality: Exhorters see things from a spiritual perspective, focusing on eternity rather than present details.
Big Picture Viewpoint: Less concerned with immediate details; more focused on long-term significance.
Extroverted Nature: Entirely extroverted, thrive on interaction and building relationships across social, racial, economic, and religious barriers.
Value Relationships: Naturally inclined towards forming and maintaining connections.

God's Sovereignty: Emphasizes God's control over all aspects of life, including timing and events.
Optimism in Trials: Views challenges as opportunities for growth and glorification of God.
Community Building: Exhorters form communities quickly and find connections with others easily.
Leadership Style: Passive, relational, non-coercive leadership; prefers gentle guidance.

Availability for Others: Readily available and willing to support others.
Presentation: Often concerned with their appearance to leave a good impression.
Thankfulness and Growth: Can find gratitude in all circumstances and views trials as growth opportunities.

People Pleasing: May avoid confrontation due to fear of rejection.
Naivety: Easily trusts others, which can lead to manipulation.
Quick Temper: Potential for impatience and quick-tempered reactions.
Time Management Issues: Often underestimate time required for tasks, leading to procrastination.

Mobilization and Inspiration: Inspire and motivate large groups of people, often through visionary leadership.
Spiritual Guidance: Prefers offering spiritual help over meeting physical needs.
Communication Skills: Master communicator, skilled at identifying and sharing biblical precepts.

Encouragement: Help believers mature in Christ and grow spiritually.
Community Creation: Play a pivotal role in community building within the Church.

Encouragement to Exhorters: To grow and mature in their gift, recognize areas of potential weakness, and seek growth through God’s guidance.

A prayer was made for the exhorters to recognize the gift within themselves, to reorganize their time and priorities, and to endure through hardships with God's strength.