"Examine yourselves as to whether you are in the faith. Test yourselves." (2 Cor. 13:5) "Therefore, brethren, be even more diligent to make your calling and election sure..." (2 Pet. 1:10)

Many times in the secular world it is necessary to take inventory to see where a business stands. This is also needed in the spiritual realm. Here are a few suggestions for a good personal spiritual check-up:

1. Do people where I work or attend school know I'm a Christian?

2. Is my Lord respected or reviled because of my lifestyle?

3. Do I murmur against the church or my brethren?

4. Does my speech match those in the world, or that of a Christian?

5. Do I read my Bible daily? Do I desire to study it?

6. Can other people work with me? Can I with them?

7. Am I a selfish person? Do I consider others needs before my own?

8. Do I practice what I preach to others?

9. Am I an asset or a liability to the church?

10. Do I faithfully worship with God's people?

(By Keith M. Greer - slightly adapted)