Frequently Asked Questions for APEST & mPULSE:
Note: these FAQ's relate primarily to the APEST assessment. If you have a specific question related to mPULSE, ask us!
What is APEST?
APEST is an online assessment tool designed to assist you in finding your ministry style in relation to the fivefold ministry of Ephesians 4 (Apostles, Prophets, Evangelists, Shepherds, Teachers). Read more.
What can I expect from the assessment?
You will answer a series of 50 question pairs. You only get 10 seconds per question so as to elicit your gut reaction. The whole assessment will take no more than 10 minutes, and you will immediately receive your results.
How does it help me find my "ministry style"?
By answering with your gut reaction, it will show you which types of things motivate you and how that motivation is expressed. It won't tell you a specific area of ministry or career you should go into, but will give a general idea of the types of causes or organizations that you will feel most comfortable in.
What sort of results will I get back?
You will receive and online results profile. You will see your score (1 - 50) for each of the five different ministry types. While they are all important, the top two carry the most significance.
What if I have a tie?
Just pick one. If there's a tie between types, read through the descriptions and decide for yourself which one fits you best.
What is the difference between the first and second score?
Your first score (or primary 1) is your motivation, or the thing that fuels your passion. Your second score (or Primary 2), represent the expression of your motivation. For example, The Apostle-Shepherd is an expander of the kingdom, humanizing causes, mission and purpose. If a persons motivation isn't being met, often you will not see their expression. In other words, if an Apostle-Shepherd isn't involved in expanding someTHING, they may not have as great a passion for nurturing those involved.
Do APEST results change over time?
There are parts of who we are that are hard wired into us from a very young age. Depending on life circumstances, your results may change based on a particular role you are EXPECTED to play on a team, in a family or at a critical life change.
Are these the same as spiritual gifts?
Yes and No. Check back soon for a more intellectual articulation of this.
How long has this test been in use?
The APEST assessment has emerged out of the philosophy of the 5 fold ministry model as found in Ephesians 4, and 10 years of practical application of this model in various ministry contexts.
Do the genders seem to lean toward certain results?
No, but often our society tends to assign genders certain roles. In many contexts, women are automatically assumed to be more S that, say, A. And men more A or P than other. But again, gender doesn't seem to plan a role in the sense that more men are a certain type than women.
What would be the "secular" terminology to describe each of these functions?
The Apostle is The entrepreneur: Innovator and cultural architect who initiates a new product, or service, and develops the organization. The Prophet is The questioner: Provocateur who probes awareness and fosters questioning of current programming leading to organizational learning. The Evangelist is The communicator: Recruiter to the organization who markets the idea or product and gains loyalty to a brand or cause. The Shepherd is The humanizer: People-oriented motivator who fosters a healthy relational environment through the management of meaning. The Teacher is The philosopher: Systems-thinker who is able to clearly articulate the organizational ideology in a way as to advance corporate learning.
Do you offer group discounts?
Yes (except for the360). 15 or more, 10%. 25 or more, 15%. 50 or more, 20%. The discount will automatically figure into your final purchase at checkout.
Would someone be available to help my group understand our results?
Yes! Part of the joy in working with this tool is seeing it applied in a group setting. Please contact us about pricing and availability to have someone work directly with your group or organization.