Preparing for the Lord’s Coming
Spiritual Readiness Self-Assessment
Instructions: Rate yourself honestly using the scale below.
1 – Rarely true 2 – Occasionally true 3 – Sometimes true 4 – Usually true 5 – Consistently true
Section 1: Relationship with God
- I spend regular time in prayer. 1 2 3 4 5
- I read and meditate on God’s Word daily to grow spiritually. 1 2 3 4 5
- I depend on God and seek Him in my daily life. 1 2 3 4 5
Questions to think about:
- What have I been praying about recently? Are there any obstacles or distractions keeping me from spending more time with God?
- Is the time I spend in prayer and Bible reading meaningful and helpful to my faith? Or do I just complete it out of habit and routine?
- What is my attitude when I seek God?
Section 2: Obedience and Lifestyle
- I desire to obey God, even when it is difficult. 1 2 3 4 5
- I actively reflect on myself to identify behaviors and/or habits that displease God. 1 2 3 4 5
- I quickly repent and turn back to God when I become aware of sin. 1 2 3 4 5
Questions to think about:
- What areas of my life is God calling me to repent and change?
- In situations where I disobey God, what makes obedience difficult?
- How often do I incorporate repentance into my prayers?
Section 3: Faithfulness in Actions
- I am faithful in the responsibilities God has given me. 1 2 3 4 5
- I use my time in ways that honor God. 1 2 3 4 5
- I seek opportunities to serve and help others. 1 2 3 4 5
Questions to think about:
- What do I spend most of my time on in a day? How does this reflect my relationship with God?
- Who are the people or what are the responsibilities that God has entrusted to me to take care of?
- What are additional ways I could use my abilities and time more meaningfully for God?
Section 4: Speech and Thoughts
- My words reflect kindness, truth, and love. 1 2 3 4 5
- I seek to keep my thoughts pure and pleasing to God. 1 2 3 4 5
- I examine my heart and spiritual condition regularly. 1 2 3 4 5
Questions to think about:
- What kind of words do I use with my family, co-workers, friends, etc.?
- How can I be more mindful of my words and thoughts in daily interactions?
- What would it look like to be more intentional about reflecting on my faith and relationship with God?
Section 5: Spiritual Watchfulness and Readiness
- I would not be ashamed if Jesus returned today. 1 2 3 4 5
- I desire Jesus’ return and look forward to His coming. 1 2 3 4 5
- I strive to live each day in a way that would please Jesus. 1 2 3 4 5
Questions to think about:
- What should I change knowing that Jesus is returning very soon?
- Have I grown spiritually complacent? If yes, in what ways? If not, how can I continue to cultivate my faith to combat complacency from settling in?
- How can I demonstrate active preparation and faithfulness in my everyday life?