What kind of man are you?

Ten questions, four profiles, one mirror

In Genesis the man is given the task to work the garden and to keep it. Every man does that in his own way. Find out which profile fits you best, where your strength lies and what to watch out for. There are no right or wrong answers and nothing is stored. Genesis 2:15

1A free Saturday. What do you most like to do?

Jobs in and around the house. Go somewhere I have never been. Invite friends for a barbecue. See who needs help, and go.

2There is a fight in the group. You...

step in, so that no one is treated unfairly. talk to everyone separately until it is good again. look for a practical solution so everyone can move on. ask the question nobody had thought of.

3Which compliment touches you most?

"You made that beautifully." "I feel safe with you." "At least you dare." "So good that you were there."

4Who do you most like to read about in the Bible?

Abraham, who leaves without knowing where to. Nehemiah, who rebuilds the wall. David and Jonathan, friends for life. David, who takes on Goliath.

5What makes you restless?

A job half done. Injustice that nobody deals with. Every day being the same. Tension between people.

6In a team you are the one who...

comes up with the new idea. makes sure everyone is involved. takes responsibility when things go wrong. actually gets it finished.

7Honestly: what is your pitfall?

Wanting to carry everything myself. Working on when I should rest. Not daring to say no. Starting and not finishing.

8Where do you find it easiest to pray?

Outside, on the move. Short and practical, in between my work. Together with others. For the people I worry about.

9A friend is in trouble. What do you do first?

I go to him, right now. I call and I listen. I see what I can sort out practically. I help him see a new way forward.

10Which tool suits you?

A hammer. A compass. A shield. A coffee pot.