Step 5: Receive and screen applications

In this section, we’ll guide you through reviewing applications thoughtfully and prayerfully. You’ll learn how to evaluate candidates not just for skills and experience, but for calling, character, and potential. By aligning your assessment with Scripture and the job description, you’ll discern who is truly suited for the role and prepared to contribute to your ministry’s mission.

1. Begin with prayer for discernment

Before opening the first CV, pause and invite the Holy Spirit to guide you. Remember that each application represents a person created in God’s image, not just a document.

• Pray for wisdom (James 1:5).
• Ask God to help you see beyond paper qualifications into character, calling, and potential.
• Commit the process to Him: “Lord, lead us to the laborers You are sending for this harvest” (Matthew 9:38).

2. Be diligent and fair in reviewing applications:

• Calling – Does their story show evidence that they feel led to this work?
• Character – Do their references and conduct reflect integrity?
• Capability – Do they have the needed skills or capacity to learn quickly?

Tip: Use the Job Description as your compass, but also listen for God’s prompting in the process.

Biblical Insight: 1 Samuel 16:7 reminds us that God looks at the heart—don’t be dazzled by appearances.