Self Evaluation
- Read Acts 6:1-6 (note v. 3), 1 Tim. 3:1-13; Titus 1:5-9. What do these verses say to me about the standards and levels of accountability required of church leaders?
- Do I have a high level of awareness of my responsibility to live an exemplary life as a church leader?
- Do I place a high value on regular communion with God? Do I maintain a consistent prayer life?
- On an average, how much time do I spend each week in prayer for my personal spiritual life, my particular area of ministry responsibility, and my students?
- Do I give adequate time and attention to preparation?
- Room preparation?
- Lesson preparation?
- Am I punctual? On time (early) for class?
- Do I contact absentees? Call or visit students who are sick?
- Do I recognize my dependency upon the Holy Spirit for effective ministry? Do I seek to cultivate the “spirit-filled life”? Do I pray regularly for the Spirit’s anointing upon my area of ministry and the church in general?
- Am I consistent in my study of God’s Word? On an average, how much time each week do I devote to Bible study and personal devotions?
- Am I faithful to the biblical commandments concerning stewardship? Am I consistent in my tithing and giving?
- Do I seek to live a separated life for the glory of God? Is there any inconsistency in my daily living that would damage my credibility and bring reproach upon the church and the Savior?
- Am I faithful to the total church program? Do I demonstrate the same level of commitment to other ministries of the church that I expect of those involved in my area of ministry?
