The Host
The Gift of Giving
Core Metaphor: The Silo
The silo represents the strategic storage and distribution of resources for maximum impact. Like a grain silo that preserves harvest abundance for future seasons, those with the gift of giving understand how to steward resources wisely and release them strategically for the greatest benefit.
Profile Summary
The Host understands that all resources are entrusted to them for the benefit of others through strategic stewardship. They are driven not by accumulation but by multiplication—finding ways to use what they have been given to empower others and create sustainable impact.
Foundational Verses
Romans 12:8 - "If it is giving, then give generously."
2 Corinthians 9:7 - "Each of you should give what you have decided in your heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver."
Six Descriptive Words
Core Motivational Framework
Core Question
"How are we stewarding our resources?"
The Host instinctively evaluates situations based on resource stewardship and the potential for strategic impact. They naturally think in terms of wise investment and generous multiplication.
Core Energizer
Strategic Generosity
Hosts are energized by opportunities to deploy resources in ways that empower others and create lasting impact. They thrive when they can see their giving multiply and benefit many.
Core Drive
Resource Multiplication
They are compelled to steward resources wisely and give strategically to create maximum positive impact. Their greatest joy comes from seeing their generosity empower others to succeed and give in return.
Core Strengths
Strategic Generosity
They possess an exceptional ability to give in ways that create maximum impact and empower others to succeed and give in return.
Resource Wisdom
They have a natural understanding of how to manage, preserve, and multiply resources for long-term benefit rather than short-term gratification.
Empowerment Focus
They excel at using their resources to empower others, creating opportunities for people to develop their own capabilities and become successful.
Multiplication Mindset
They think in terms of creating systems and opportunities that multiply impact rather than simply meeting immediate needs.
Core Challenges
Tendency to Control Outcomes
Their strategic approach to giving can sometimes lead them to try to control how their gifts are used rather than trusting the recipients.
Difficulty with Spontaneous Giving
Their preference for strategic planning can make it challenging for them to respond to immediate, unplanned needs with flexibility.
Judgment of Poor Stewardship
They may become frustrated with others who don't share their commitment to wise resource management and strategic thinking.
Points of Contention with Other Gifts
These are the core areas where this gift naturally comes into tension with other motivational gifts. Click on each contention to see a detailed explanation of the underlying dynamics.
Leadership Style
Empowering Steward
Giving-oriented leaders inspire through strategic generosity and resource multiplication.
How to Interact
Respect their desire to understand how resources will be used before committing.
Show them the long-term impact and multiplication potential of projects.
Don't pressure them for immediate decisions; they need time to consider strategic implications.
Appreciate their commitment to wise stewardship and empowerment of others.
Personality Archetypes
These are the 15 possible personality archetypes that include the The Host gift. Click on each archetype to see its full description.
The Host's Commission
Acts 20:35: "It is more blessed to give than to receive."