“I have considered my ways and have turned my steps to your statutes. I will hasten and not delay to obey your commands.” – Psalm 119:59-60
As you pray and reflect on your responses to the assessment, think through steps you can take to develop a plan for the next steps of your growth as a disciple.
Consider the following resource suggestions, including books, podcasts, music, etc.
Don’t forget the gift of the faith family in which God has placed you. Our ministries, people, pastors, and ministers can help you grow.
RELATIONSHIP WITH CHRIST
If you scored 21-25, continue to deepen your relationship with Christ through regular Bible study, prayer, spiritual disciplines, and reading solid Christian books.
- Resource: Knowing God by J.I. Packer
If you scored 13-20, prioritize daily Bible reading and prayer. We encourage you to select a Gospel, read one chapter a day, and ask yourself, “What did I learn about Jesus that I didn’t know before,” and/ or add a new aspect to your prayer time.
- Resources: ESV Scripture Journal – Matthew, Mark, Luke, John (choose one); What If Jesus Was Serious About Prayer? by Skye Jethani; Holy Habits Core course
If you scored 5-12, commit to spend time with God in the Word and in prayer each day. Begin by reading Luke 7:36-50 and reflect on your relationship with Jesus. Have you repented and believed the gospel?
- Resources: The Living Hope Bible Reading Plan found at livehopeful.com; The Daily Audio Bible Podcast by Brian Hardin
GATHER FOR WORSHIP
If you scored 21-25, continue to attend services regularly and encourage others to join you. Read Isaiah 6:1-8 and pray fervently that you and our entire church family would experience the power and presence of God in our worship gatherings.
- Resources: Look & Live: Behold the Soul-Thrilling, Sin- Destroying Glory of Christ by Matt Papa.
If you scored 13-20, read Psalm 96 and ask God to reveal ways you can increase your level of participation in our worship gatherings, such as singing more fully, engaging your body, prayer, taking notes on the sermon, and reflecting on how you will apply the sermon.
If you scored 5-12, address any barriers preventing you from regularly gathering for worship with your church family and ask the Lord to give you a heart to worship Him like He deserves.
- Resource: Sunday Matters – 52 Devotionals to Prepare Your Heart for Church by Paul David Tripp
CONNECT WITH A GROUP
If you scored 21-25, continue building strong relationships within your church community by taking the lead to be more vulnerable and encouraging in your small group.
- Resource: The Power of Together: Discover the Christian Life You’ve Been Missing by Jim Putnam
If you scored 13-20, make a conscious effort to connect with others through a small group and pursue healthy gospel-centered relationships.
- Resource: 31 Ways to be a One Another Christian by Dr. Stuart Scott
If you scored 5-12, ask yourself, “What barriers are preventing me from making deeper connections with our church family?” Take a step to remove 1 of those barriers.
SERVING THE CHURCH AND THE WORLD
If you scored 21-25, continue serving passionately, consider expanding your service involvement, and invite others to join with you.
- Resource: One at a Time – The Unexpected Way God Wants to Use You to Change the World by Kyle Idleman
If you scored 13-20, continue serving faithfully in the church and explore opportunities to serve others in your workplace, neighborhood, hobbies, etc.
- Resource: The Gospel Comes With A House Key by Rosaria Butterfield
If you scored 5-12, begin actively seeking opportunities to serve in the church and community by emailing serve@lhbg.org.
EQUIP FOR GROWTH
If you scored 21-25, continue to engage in regular, deep study of the Bible and disciple others. Also, invite someone to join you in participating in an upcoming Equip opportunity.
- Resources: The Knowing Faith Podcast, Come and See – The Journey of Knowing God through Scripture by Dr. Jonathan Pennington
If you scored 13-20, participate in Bible Classes, Core Classes, or seminars to deepen your knowledge and skills.
- Resources: Email equip@lhbg.org for core Bible & Core Classes; You Are a Theologian – An Invitation to Know and Love God Well by J.T. English & Jen Wilkin; The Bible Project resources located at www.bibleproject.com.
If you scored 5-12, actively seek resources, activities, groups, Bible Classes, and support to begin your journey of spiritual growth.
MAKE MORE DISCIPLES
If you scored 21-25, keep sharing your faith with non-believers and actively discipling new believers.
- Resources: Ready To Answer Equip course; The Unbelievable Gospel by Jonathan Dodson
If you scored 13-20, begin actively looking for opportunities to share your faith and be trained in 3 Big Things, and become more aware of global missions.
- Resources: Email equip@lhbg.org to request Intersections Equip course; Martyrs and Missionaries Podcast, Missions by Andy Johnson, Evangelism by J. Mack Stiles
If you scored 5-12, identify three people in your relational spheres that you are unsure about their relationship with Christ and begin praying for them daily.
- Pray also for boldness to share your testimony with them. Resources: Turning Everyday Conversations into Gospel Conversations by Jimmy Scroggins & Steve Wright