Communication Breakthrough

Tzofiya introduces the concept of understanding communication styles through the lens of the five-fold ministry gifts: apostle, prophet, evangelist, pastor, and teacher. Each of these roles is associated with a primary mode of communication: apostle (go), prophet (listen/no - in the sense of discerning), evangelist (tell), pastor (love), and teacher (know). The strengths and weaknesses of each communication style are explored.

A crucial insight is that one's effectiveness in their primary gifting and communication style is limited by their level of pastoral balance (love, unity, peace, selflessness). Understanding one's own and others' five-fold bents can lead to better communication, more balanced behavior, and improved relationships by fostering understanding and managing expectations. The importance of listening to understand the other person's perspective is emphasized, especially in light of different five-fold leanings.

This teaching has had a transformational impact on many of its listeners!