Discipline, Dealings, Dependency

The fruitful Christian life has a balance of three kinds of work of the Holy Spirit. 

  • Divine Dependence
  • Dramitic Dealings
  • Daily Discipline

These three kinds of work are all motivated by the Holy Spirit and they are used by Him to transform our lives into the image of Christ. (2 Cor. 3:16-18)

This survey will help you to determine how balanced you are by indicating which of the three areas you are strongest in and which could use some improvement. 

For each statement, please use the five-point scale to indicate the extent to which the statements describe you. If helpful, think of a specific but typical leadership situation and how you acted.


1
I am continuously conscious of God's Spirit living in me
Almost Never Almost Always
2
I am consistent in my daily discipline of reading the Bible and prayer
Almost Never Almost Always
3
During times of crisis, I respond with humility and acknowledgement of the hand of God
Almost Never Almost Always
4
When I am talking with others, I look inwardly at God to lead me in how to respond
Almost Never Almost Always
5
Other people consider me as well-disciplined in many aspects of life
Almost Never Almost Always
6
When bad things have happened to me in the past, I have responded by seeking God
Almost Never Almost Always
7
I see trials and sufferings as merely temporary and ordained by God for my benefit and His glory
Almost Never Almost Always
8
I ask God to search my heart and show me any sinful or offensive ways within me
Almost Never Almost Always
9
When giving advice to others, I encourage them to seek God for wisdom and direction
Almost Never Almost Always
10
I take responsibility for sufferings that are the result of my own mistakes or sin
Almost Never Almost Always
11
I believe that I can do anything that God desires of me as I depend on him
Almost Never Almost Always
12
When distractions arise during my devotional times, I easily put them aside
Almost Never Almost Always
13
I give praise to God for the positive things that happen in my life, rather than taking credit for myself or others
Almost Never Almost Always
14
When I don't want to do something or don't feel like spending time with God, I push through my feelings and do it anyway
Almost Never Almost Always
15
I look to God for His help and input in every situation, even the ones that I am fully capable of accomplishing on my own
Almost Never Almost Always
16
When enduring hard times, I do not dwell on thoughts of self-pity
Almost Never Almost Always
17
I step out in faith even when I don't see how everything is going to work out
Almost Never Almost Always
18
When given a challenging assignment, I break it down into manageable parts so that I can complete it in a timely manner
Almost Never Almost Always
19
Other people consider me as someone who is reliable
Almost Never Almost Always
20
I effectively help other people build discipline in their lives
Almost Never Almost Always
21
When God speaks to me or gives me an assignment, I look to him for the strength to complete it rather than just going ahead in my own strength
Almost Never Almost Always

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