In the story of Moses and Joshua (Deuteronomy 34), we see a different way of living. We see an example of what it looks like to be a hero maker – to shift our focus from what we can gain for ourselves, to what we can help others become, for the sake of the kingdom

Questions for Reflection:

• Can you identify a time when someone made “the pass” to you? What was your response?

• How do you respond to the idea that your gifts are special but not unique?

• How would your life be different if you shifted your focus from being the hero to becoming a hero maker?

Practice: Sharing Your Gifts

The metaphor of the church as the body of Christ (1 Corinthians 12:12-14; Ephesians 4:1-16) reveals a truth that we don’t often like to acknowledge – that each of us has been given special gifts, but that those gifts are not unique to us. A body is symmetrical, with two of almost everything. While your work and role in the body of Christ is important, you were not the only one made to do it. This week take some time to think about your gifts and strengths. What are you good at? What work are you passionate about? You may need to ask others who know you well, like your fellow Group members, what they see in you, or you might take an assessment to help you narrow it down (try our spiritual gifts assessment – click button below). Once you’ve identified some gifts that you possess, start looking for others who may share the same gift – these could be fellow Group members, coworkers, friends, or a neighbor. How can you begin to strengthen your relationship with that person so that you can both develop your gifts together?

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