FAMILY APPLICATION FOR ABT TRANSLATOR IN TRAINING

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FAMILY APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS Updated 10/18/2013 FAMILY APPLICATION FOR ABT TRANSLATOR IN TRAINING 150 All Nations Lane, State College, PA 16801 Phone: (717) 831-8228 www.allnationsbibletranslation.org E-mail: apply@abtmail.org

FAMILY APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS Updated 10/18/2013 INSTRUCTIONS FOR COMPLETING FAMILY APPLICATION Please complete this application using one of the options below. Option 1 Option 2 Complete Forms on Paper 1. Print out the entire application. 2. Have your pastor fill out the Form for Pastor. A. Be sure to include your name on the Pastor Reference Form. B. Your pastor may return the form to you or send it directly to ABT. C. Follow up later to make sure the form was submitted to ABT. 3. Both husband and wife have a close friend fill out a Form for Friend. A. Be sure to include your name on the Friend Reference Form. B. Your friends may return the forms to you or send them directly to ABT. C. Follow up later to make sure the forms were submitted to ABT. 4. Husband and Wife complete separate application forms. A. Type or write answers on additional pages as needed. B. Please type or write answers in the order they appear in the application, numbering and lettering each answer corresponding to the forms. 5. Sign on the last page. 6. Return forms to ABT using one of the two of the methods below. Option A Return all forms by mail 1. Include forms from your pastor and friends if they are not sending them directly to ABT. 2. Send forms in a large envelope to ABT Office, 150 All Nations Ln, State College, PA 16801 Option B Return all forms by email 3. Scan all forms into a PDF document 4. Additional pages may be attached as separate files. 5. Include forms from your pastor and friends if they are not sending them directly to ABT. 6. Email file(s) to apply@abtmail.org Complete Information from Forms in an Email 1. Have your pastor fill out the Form for Pastor. A. Be sure to include your name on the Pastor Reference Form. B. Your pastor may return the form to you or send it directly to ABT. C. Follow up later to make sure the form was submitted to ABT. 2. Both husband and wife have a close friend fill out a Form for Friend. A. Your friends may return the forms to you or send them directly to ABT B. Follow up later to make sure the forms were submitted to ABT. 3. Husband and Wife enter all answers from application in email(s). A. Copy and paste the relevant pages of the application into an email or new document. B. Please type answers in the order they appear in the application, numbering and lettering each answer corresponding to the application. 4. Send email(s) to apply@abtmail.org A. Send or forward forms from your pastor and friend if they are not sending them directly to ABT. B. Note addresses above as needed.

FORM FOR HUSBAND A. Contact Information 1. Full legal name: Mr. 2. Street Address: 3. Home Phone: Work Phone: 4. Cell Phone: Email: B. Personal Information 1. Date of Birth: Citizenship: 2. Marital Status: q Single q Courting q Married q Widowed q Separated q Divorced 3. If Married: Spouse s Name: Anniversary: 4. What time do you get up each morning? 5. Are you in debt? 6. Do you own your own home? 7. Please attach a recent photo of yourself or email it to the address above. (Couple or family pictures are also welcomed.) C. Family Information 1. What is your daily schedule?

FORM FOR HUSBAND D. Medical / Health 1. Do you have any sickness or physical ailments? 2. Are you on any prescription drugs? E. Church 1. Name of your church 2. Denomination/Affiliation 3. Complete address & telephone number of your church. 4. Pastor/Church leader s name & phone number. 5. Is your church leader in agreement with you applying to serve with All-Nations Bible Translation? 6. How long have you been a member? 7. What is your church history? Please explain. F. Personal testimony 1. How long have you been a Christian? 2. Do you feel the call of God on your life to be a missionary? Please explain. 3. Please write a one page typed or 2 page handwritten testimony of your conversion and what God has been doing in your life in the last 6 months. 4. Are there any issues in your life? If so, what are they? 5. How is the area of your personal purity? If you are clear, how long have you had victory? 6. What are your spiritual gifts?

FORM FOR HUSBAND G. System of Beliefs Please read the Statement of Faith before answering the following question. You may view it at www.allnationsbibletranslation.org/ or request a copy from ABT. 1. Do you agree with our Statement of Faith? If not, please explain your differing beliefs. H. Interpersonal Relationships 1. How does your family & wife feel about your interest in becoming a missionary? 2. How is your relationship with your spouse? 3. How is your relationship with your children? 4. Do you have any strained relationships with others in your church, work place or extended family? I. Vision & Calling 1. What are your long term goals? 2. What are your dreams and visions for the future? 3. Why do you want to be a missionary? J. Education 1. Do you have a GED or high school diploma? 2. Write a paragraph for each type of higher education that you received. Please include information about the institution, time in attendance, and a short description of the subject matter studied. Higher education would include all classes, Bible schools, trainings, or seminars that you attended or degrees & certificates you received. 3. Which books on missions or missionary biographies have you read? 4. Which books on missions or missionary biographies have you read in the past year?

FORM FOR HUSBAND K. Work & Volunteer Experience 1. Please write a paragraph for each job held or volunteer position filled. Please include information on the organization, the time period you worked/served, and a summary of your responsibilities and job description. List in order, starting with the most recent on top. 2. Please explain why you have quit each work or volunteer position listed above. L. Ministry Experience 1. Please write a short report about each of the ministry opportunities that you have been a part. Include what skills you used and what God taught you through the experiences. 2. How many souls have you led to Christ? If not, please explain. 3. Have you ever discipled someone into a fruitful Christian life? M. International Travels 1. Have you ever visited or lived in a developing country? 2. If so, please write a paragraph about each of your travels. Please include details about the duration of the trip, opportunities you had, and lessons you learned. N. Personality 1. What are your strengths and weaknesses? 2. What areas of your character are you presently seeking to develop and improve?

FORM FOR HUSBAND Please circle the option that best describes you for each category. Spiritual Life Consideration of Others Attitude toward Authority Teachableness Teamwork Forgiveness Victory over Sin Gossip Home Environment Finances Communication Willingness to Suffer Disciplined Personal Quiet Time No interest in spiritual growth Self-centered, indifferent Unmanageable Rigid, argumentative Frequently causes friction Holds grudges Habitual sinner, careless Quick to speak evil Non-christian Wastes money Quiet, refused to talk Unwilling to leave comfort Out of control Never Little evidence of spiritual growth Slow to sense how others feel Disrespectful, critical Highly opinionated Prefers to work alone Finds hard to forgive Sins but hides it for a time On a spiritual roller-coaster Reasonably responsive Indifferent or independent Open-minded Usually Usually forgives Sins but repents Meaningful steady growth Understanding & thoughtful Usually submissive Willing to receive instruction Works well with others Forgives easily Seldom sins, repents quickly Mature & vibrant Responds with unusual insight & consideration Respectful - Eager to receive instruction Exceptionally Prays for offender Lives in daily victory Occasionally Usually not Seldom Never Known to Much lacking Saves but does not tithe Insecure but talks in small groups Tries to bring comfort along Disciplined when he has the fear of man Joy of the Lord Never On occasion Nominally Christian Spiritually oriented Excellent Only Tithes Tithes & Gives Gives sacrificially Talks, but beats around the bush Willing to suffer but complains Disciplined in some areas Communicates w/ minimal misunderstandings Good sport Mostly disciplined Daily but does On occasion, studying to teach Most of the time not always meet God When things go well Daily except through crisis Communicates clearly & easily Soldier, willing to leave all comfort Example of disciplined life Meets with God Daily Never loses it

FORM FOR HUSBAND Place an X in the block that best describes you for each of the categories. Inferior Below Above Superior Initiative Concern for Others Social Adaptability Ability to Follow Leadership Decision Making Emotional Stability Health Personal Appearance Mental Ability Industry Reliability Cooperativeness Flexibility Christian Character Disposition Punctuality I hereby release All-Nations Bible Translation (ABT) to share any of the information included in this application with any ABT leadership or its affiliates as it sees fit. ABT is aware of possible concerns in digital transfer and storage of any information to and from you and will take your privacy seriously. ABT may choose to share information to board members via mail, email, or in digital format on a secure portion of its website. Name of Applicant (Please print) Signature of Applicant Date:

FORM FOR WIFE A. Contact Information 1. Full legal name: Mrs. 2. Street Address: 3. Home Phone: Work Phone: 4. Cell Phone: Email: B. Personal Information 1. Date of Birth: Citizenship: 2. Marital Status: q Single q Courting q Married q Widowed q Separated q Divorced 3. If Married: Spouse s Name: Anniversary: 4. What time do you get up each morning? 5. Are you in debt? 6. Do you own your own home? 7. Please attach a recent photo of yourself or email it to the address above. (Couple or family pictures are also welcomed.) C. Family Information 1. What is your daily schedule? 2. List the names of your children & their birth-dates.

FORM FOR WIFE D. Medical / Health 1. Do you have any sickness or physical ailments? 2. Are you on any prescription drugs? 3. Does your family have any known allergies? 4. Does your family have any dietary restrictions? 5. Is your family up-to-date with their childhood immunizations? 6. Have you had any previous childbirth complications? E. Church 1. Name of your church 2. Denomination/Affiliation 3. Complete address & telephone number of your church. 4. Pastor/Church leader s name & phone number. 5. Is your church leader in agreement with you applying to serve with All-Nations Bible Translation? 6. How long have you been a member? 7. What is your church history? Please explain. F. Personal testimony 1. How long have you been a Christian? 2. Do you feel the call of God on your life to be a missionary? Please explain. 3. Please write a one page typed or 2 page handwritten testimony of your conversion and what God has been doing in your life in the last 6 months. 4. Are there any issues in your life? If so, what are they? 5. What are your spiritual gifts?

FORM FOR WIFE G. System of Beliefs Please read the Statement of Faith before answering the following question. You may view it at www.allnationsbibletranslation.org or request a copy from ABT. 1. Do you agree with our Statement of Faith? If not, please explain your differing beliefs. H. Interpersonal Relationships 1. How does your family & wife feel about your interest in becoming a missionary? 2. How is your relationship with your spouse? 3. How is your relationship with your children? 4. Do you have any strained relationships with others in your church, work place or extended family? I. Vision & Calling 1. What are your long term goals? 2. What are your dreams and visions for the future? 3. Why do you want to be a missionary? J. Education 1. Do you have a GED or high school diploma? 2. Write a paragraph for each type of higher education that you received. Please include information about the institution, time in attendance, and a short description of the subject matter studied. Higher education would include all classes, Bible schools, trainings, or seminars that you attended or degrees & certificates you received. 3. Which books on missions or missionary biographies have you read? 4. Which books on missions or missionary biographies have you read in the past year?

FORM FOR WIFE K. Work & Volunteer Experience 1. Please write a paragraph for each job held or volunteer position filled. Please include information on the organization, the time period you worked/served, and a summary of your responsibilities and job description. List in order, starting with the most recent on top. 2. Please explain why you have quit each work or volunteer position listed above. L. Ministry Experience 1. Please write a short report about each of the ministry opportunities that you have been a part. Include what skills you used and what God taught you through the experiences. 2. How many souls have you led to Christ? If not, please explain. 3. Have you ever discipled someone into a fruitful Christian life? M. International Travels 1. Have you ever visited or lived in a developing country? 2. If so, please write a paragraph about each of your travels. Please include details about the duration of the trip, opportunities you had, and lessons you learned. N. Personality 1. What are your strengths and weaknesses? 2. What areas of your character are you presently seeking to develop and improve?

FORM FOR WIFE Please circle the option that best describes you for each category. Spiritual Life Consideration of Others Attitude toward Authority Teachableness Teamwork Forgiveness Victory over Sin Gossip Home Environment Finances Communication Willingness to Suffer Disciplined Personal Quiet Time No interest in spiritual growth Self-centered, indifferent Unmanageable Rigid, argumentative Frequently causes friction Holds grudges Habitual sinner, careless Quick to speak evil Non-christian Wastes money Quiet, refused to talk Unwilling to leave comfort Out of control Never Little evidence of spiritual growth Slow to sense how others feel Disrespectful, critical Highly opinionated Prefers to work alone Finds hard to forgive Sins but hides it for a time On a spiritual roller-coaster Reasonably responsive Indifferent or independent Open-minded Usually Usually forgives Sins but repents Meaningful steady growth Understanding & thoughtful Usually submissive Willing to receive instruction Works well with others Forgives easily Seldom sins, repents quickly Mature & vibrant Responds with unusual insight & consideration Respectful - Eager to receive instruction Exceptionally Prays for offender Lives in daily victory Occasionally Usually not Seldom Never Known to Much lacking Saves but does not tithe Insecure but talks in small groups Tries to bring comfort along Disciplined when he has the fear of man Joy of the Lord Never On occasion Nominally Christian Spiritually oriented Excellent Only Tithes Tithes & Gives Gives sacrificially Talks, but beats around the bush Willing to suffer but complains Disciplined in some areas Communicates w/ minimal misunderstandings Good sport Mostly disciplined Daily but does On occasion, studying to teach Most of the time not always meet God When things go well Daily except through crisis Communicates clearly & easily Soldier, willing to leave all comfort Example of disciplined life Meets with God Daily Never loses it

FORM FOR WIFE Place an X in the block that best describes you for each of the categories. Inferior Below Above Superior Initiative Concern for Others Social Adaptability Ability to Follow Leadership Decision Making Emotional Stability Health Personal Appearance Mental Ability Industry Reliability Cooperativeness Flexibility Christian Character Disposition Punctuality I hereby release All-Nations Bible Translation (ABT) to share any of the information included in this application with any ABT leadership or its affiliates as it sees fit. ABT is aware of possible concerns in digital transfer and storage of any information to and from you and will take your privacy seriously. ABT may choose to share information to board members via mail, email, or in digital format on a secure portion of its website. Name of Applicant (Please print) Signature of Applicant Date:

FORM FOR PASTOR APPLICANT EVALUATION FOR ABT TRANSLATOR IN TRAINING 150 All Nations Lane, State College, PA 16801 Phone: (717) 831-8228 www.allnationsbibletranslation.org E-mail: apply@abtmail.org

FORM FOR PASTOR PASTOR REFERENCE FORM Please fill in your information on this questionnaire in one of the following ways: 1. Fill in your information on this questionnaire, sign it, and return by mail to: ABT Office, 150 All Nations Lane, State College, PA 16801, 2. Fill in your information on this questionnaire, sign it, and send a digital copy (i.e. scan or PDF) to: apply@abtmail.org 3. Number and letter each answer corresponding to this form and email answers to: apply@abtmail.org The above applicant has applied for mission service under All-Nations Bible Translation (ABT). ABT purposes first and foremost, to glorify God; and to further the kingdom of Christ, by translating the scriptures and establishing churches among unreached people groups, or any other areas of the world as God may lead us. Serious consideration will be given to your comments: therefore we ask that you complete this form carefully. Your prompt attention in completing this form (within 7 days) is appreciated. Thank you for your assistance. Please check the following, and comment where necessary. How well do you know the applicant? qvery well qwell qcasually Comments: To what extent is the applicant active in church work? Does he have high moral standards? Is he prejudiced against groups, races, nationalities? qyes qno With reference to his Christian service, the applicant is: qdedicated q qcasual Comments: In your consideration, which of the following would best describe the applicant s Christian experience? qmature qcontagious qgenuine and growing qover emotional qsuperficial Please comment on the family s background, if known. In your opinion, what are the applicant s motives for applying for mission service? Please add any relevant remarks we should know about. Would you recommend the applicant for acceptance into mission service under All-Nations Bible Translation? qyes qno qyes with Reservations Comments:

FORM FOR PASTOR Please circle the option that best describes the applicant for each category. Spiritual Life Consideration of Others Attitude toward Authority Teachableness Teamwork Forgiveness Victory over Sin Gossip Home Environment Finances Communication Willingness to Suffer Disciplined Personal Quiet Time No interest in spiritual growth Self-centered, indifferent Unmanageable Rigid, argumentative Frequently causes friction Holds grudges Habitual sinner, careless Quick to speak evil Non-christian Wastes money Quiet, refused to talk Unwilling to leave comfort Out of control Never Little evidence of spiritual growth Slow to sense how others feel Disrespectful, critical Highly opinionated Prefers to work alone Finds hard to forgive Sins but hides it for a time On a spiritual roller-coaster Reasonably responsive Indifferent or independent Open-minded Usually Usually forgives Sins but repents Meaningful steady growth Understanding & thoughtful Usually submissive Willing to receive instruction Works well with others Forgives easily Seldom sins, repents quickly Mature & vibrant Responds with unusual insight & consideration Respectful - Eager to receive instruction Exceptionally Prays for offender Lives in daily victory Occasionally Usually not Seldom Never Known to Much lacking Saves but does not tithe Insecure but talks in small groups Tries to bring comfort along Disciplined when he has the fear of man Joy of the Lord Never On occasion Nominally Christian Spiritually oriented Excellent Only Tithes Tithes & Gives Gives sacrificially Talks, but beats around the bush Willing to suffer but complains Disciplined in some areas Communicates w/ minimal misunderstandings Good sport Mostly disciplined Daily but does On occasion, studying to teach Most of the time not always meet God When things go well Daily except through crisis Communicates clearly & easily Soldier, willing to leave all comfort Example of disciplined life Meets with God Daily Never loses it

FORM FOR PASTOR Place an X in the block that best describes the applicant for each of the categories. Inferior Below Above Superior Initiative Concern for Others Social Adaptability Ability to Follow Leadership Decision Making Emotional Stability Health Personal Appearance Mental Ability Industry Reliability Cooperativeness Flexibility Christian Character Disposition Punctuality I hereby release All-Nations Bible Translation (ABT) to share any of the information included in this application with any ABT leadership or its affiliates as it sees fit. ABT is aware of possible concerns in digital transfer and storage of any information to and from you and will take your privacy seriously. ABT may choose to share information to board members via mail, email, or in digital format on a secure portion of its website. Name of Pastor (Please print) Signature of Pastor Date:

FORM FOR FRIEND APPLICANT EVALUATION FOR ABT TRANSLATOR IN TRAINING 150 All Nations Lane, State College, PA 16801 Phone: (717) 831-8228 www.allnationsbibletranslation.org E-mail: apply@abtmail.org

FORM FOR FRIEND FRIEND REFERENCE FORM Please fill in your information on this questionnaire in one of the following ways: 1. Fill in your information on this questionnaire, sign it, and return by mail to: ABT Office, 150 All Nations Lane, State College, PA 16801, 2. Fill in your information on this questionnaire, sign it, and send a digital copy (i.e. scan or PDF) to: apply@abtmail.org 3. Number and letter each answer corresponding to this form and email answers to: apply@abtmail.org The above applicant has applied for mission service under All-Nations Bible Translation (ABT). ABT purposes first and foremost, to glorify God; and to further the kingdom of Christ, by translating the scriptures and establishing churches among unreached people groups, or any other areas of the world as God may lead us. Serious consideration will be given to your comments: therefore we ask that you complete this form carefully. Your prompt attention in completing this form (within 7 days) is appreciated. Thank you for your assistance. Please check the following, and comment where necessary. How well do you know the applicant? qvery well qwell qcasually Comments: To what extent is the applicant active in church work? Does he have high moral standards? Is he prejudiced against groups, races, nationalities? qyes qno With reference to his Christian service, the applicant is: qdedicated q qcasual Comments: In your consideration, which of the following would best describe the applicant s Christian experience? qmature qcontagious qgenuine and growing qover emotional qsuperficial Please comment on the family s background, if known. In your opinion, what are the applicant s motives for applying for mission service? Please add any relevant remarks we should know about. Would you recommend the applicant for acceptance into mission service under All-Nations Bible Translation? qyes qno qyes with Reservations Comments:

FORM FOR FRIEND Please circle the option that best describes the applicant for each category. Spiritual Life Consideration of Others Attitude toward Authority Teachableness Teamwork Forgiveness Victory over Sin Gossip Home Environment Finances Communication Willingness to Suffer Disciplined Personal Quiet Time No interest in spiritual growth Self-centered, indifferent Unmanageable Rigid, argumentative Frequently causes friction Holds grudges Habitual sinner, careless Quick to speak evil Non-christian Wastes money Quiet, refused to talk Unwilling to leave comfort Out of control Never Little evidence of spiritual growth Slow to sense how others feel Disrespectful, critical Highly opinionated Prefers to work alone Finds hard to forgive Sins but hides it for a time On a spiritual roller-coaster Reasonably responsive Indifferent or independent Open-minded Usually Usually forgives Sins but repents Meaningful steady growth Understanding & thoughtful Usually submissive Willing to receive instruction Works well with others Forgives easily Seldom sins, repents quickly Mature & vibrant Responds with unusual insight & consideration Respectful - Eager to receive instruction Exceptionally Prays for offender Lives in daily victory Occasionally Usually not Seldom Never Known to Much lacking Saves but does not tithe Insecure but talks in small groups Tries to bring comfort along Disciplined when he has the fear of man Joy of the Lord Never On occasion Nominally Christian Spiritually oriented Excellent Only Tithes Tithes & Gives Gives sacrificially Talks, but beats around the bush Willing to suffer but complains Disciplined in some areas Communicates w/ minimal misunderstandings Good sport Mostly disciplined Daily but does On occasion, studying to teach Most of the time not always meet God When things go well Daily except through crisis Communicates clearly & easily Soldier, willing to leave all comfort Example of disciplined life Meets with God Daily Never loses it

FORM FOR FRIEND Place an X in the block that best describes the applicant for each of the categories. Inferior Below Above Superior Initiative Concern for Others Social Adaptability Ability to Follow Leadership Decision Making Emotional Stability Health Personal Appearance Mental Ability Industry Reliability Cooperativeness Flexibility Christian Character Disposition Punctuality II hereby release All-Nations Bible Translation (ABT) to share any of the information included in this application with any ABT leadership or its affiliates as it sees fit. ABT is aware of possible concerns in digital transfer and storage of any information to and from you and will take your privacy seriously. ABT may choose to share information to board members via mail, email, or in digital format on a secure portion of its website. Name of Friend (Please print) Signature of Friend Date:

FORM FOR FRIEND APPLICANT EVALUATION FOR ABT TRANSLATOR IN TRAINING 150 All Nations Lane, State College, PA 16801 Phone: (717) 831-8228 www.allnationsbibletranslation.org E-mail: apply@abtmail.org

FORM FOR FRIEND FRIEND REFERENCE FORM Please fill in your information on this questionnaire in one of the following ways: 1. Fill in your information on this questionnaire, sign it, and return by mail to: ABT Office, 150 All Nations Lane, State College, PA 16801, 2. Fill in your information on this questionnaire, sign it, and send a digital copy (i.e. scan or PDF) to: apply@abtmail.org 3. Number and letter each answer corresponding to this form and email answers to: apply@abtmail.org The above applicant has applied for mission service under All-Nations Bible Translation (ABT). ABT purposes first and foremost, to glorify God; and to further the kingdom of Christ, by translating the scriptures and establishing churches among unreached people groups, or any other areas of the world as God may lead us. Serious consideration will be given to your comments: therefore we ask that you complete this form carefully. Your prompt attention in completing this form (within 7 days) is appreciated. Thank you for your assistance. Please check the following, and comment where necessary. How well do you know the applicant? qvery well qwell qcasually Comments: To what extent is the applicant active in church work? Does he have high moral standards? Is he prejudiced against groups, races, nationalities? qyes qno With reference to his Christian service, the applicant is: qdedicated q qcasual Comments: In your consideration, which of the following would best describe the applicant s Christian experience? qmature qcontagious qgenuine and growing qover emotional qsuperficial Please comment on the family s background, if known. In your opinion, what are the applicant s motives for applying for mission service? Please add any relevant remarks we should know about. Would you recommend the applicant for acceptance into mission service under All-Nations Bible Translation? qyes qno qyes with Reservations Comments:

FORM FOR FRIEND Please circle the option that best describes the applicant for each category. Spiritual Life Consideration of Others Attitude toward Authority Teachableness Teamwork Forgiveness Victory over Sin Gossip Home Environment Finances Communication Willingness to Suffer Disciplined Personal Quiet Time No interest in spiritual growth Self-centered, indifferent Unmanageable Rigid, argumentative Frequently causes friction Holds grudges Habitual sinner, careless Quick to speak evil Non-christian Wastes money Quiet, refused to talk Unwilling to leave comfort Out of control Never Little evidence of spiritual growth Slow to sense how others feel Disrespectful, critical Highly opinionated Prefers to work alone Finds hard to forgive Sins but hides it for a time On a spiritual roller-coaster Reasonably responsive Indifferent or independent Open-minded Usually Usually forgives Sins but repents Meaningful steady growth Understanding & thoughtful Usually submissive Willing to receive instruction Works well with others Forgives easily Seldom sins, repents quickly Mature & vibrant Responds with unusual insight & consideration Respectful - Eager to receive instruction Exceptionally Prays for offender Lives in daily victory Occasionally Usually not Seldom Never Known to Much lacking Saves but does not tithe Insecure but talks in small groups Tries to bring comfort along Disciplined when he has the fear of man Joy of the Lord Never On occasion Nominally Christian Spiritually oriented Excellent Only Tithes Tithes & Gives Gives sacrificially Talks, but beats around the bush Willing to suffer but complains Disciplined in some areas Communicates w/ minimal misunderstandings Good sport Mostly disciplined Daily but does On occasion, studying to teach Most of the time not always meet God When things go well Daily except through crisis Communicates clearly & easily Soldier, willing to leave all comfort Example of disciplined life Meets with God Daily Never loses it

FORM FOR FRIEND Place an X in the block that best describes the applicant for each of the categories. Inferior Below Above Superior Initiative Concern for Others Social Adaptability Ability to Follow Leadership Decision Making Emotional Stability Health Personal Appearance Mental Ability Industry Reliability Cooperativeness Flexibility Christian Character Disposition Punctuality II hereby release All-Nations Bible Translation (ABT) to share any of the information included in this application with any ABT leadership or its affiliates as it sees fit. ABT is aware of possible concerns in digital transfer and storage of any information to and from you and will take your privacy seriously. ABT may choose to share information to board members via mail, email, or in digital format on a secure portion of its website. Name of Friend (Please print) Signature of Friend Date: