Cornerstone Bible Church

Personal Growth Assesment
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When Christ ascended to Heaven after his resurrection he left the Church with a very specific mission to "make disciples" (Matthew 28:19). At Cornerstone we are committed to this processs of making disciples by encouraging all people to pursue a growing, authentic relationship with Jesus Christ. As part of this process we have identified five characteristics of someone who is in a growing, authentic relationship with Jesus Christ. These characteristics are Committed, Competent, Connected, Contributing, and Creative. Each year, we ask the people of Cornerstone to complete this Personal Growth Assessment so that we can evaluate and improve what we are doing as a church. The information gained from this form is important to the ministry of Cornerstone. It helps us to determine future strategies and gain insight into where to strengthen/focus our efforts. This process will also give you an opportunity to examin your commitment to God, His purposes, and His people. It will also help you to develop a plan for a deeper commitment in the upcoming year. Your responses will be held in strict confidentiality. Thank you, in advance, for your faithfulness.
 
Personal Information
 
Tell us a little about yourself
Committed To God
I prioritize my life in a way that reflects my desire to serve & walk with God.
I recognize God's sovereign control over my circumstances in life.
I seek the approval of God rather than seeking my own desires and the approval of man.
My attitudes and actions demonstrate God's love to both believers and non-believers.
I intentionally seek to build relationships with, love, and serve non-believers.
I spend personal time with God (i.e. prayer, studying Scripture).
Competent In the Word
I am able to accurately study the Bible to determine principles for godly living
I am able to apply Scripture to daily situations & struggles in ways that transform my life
I evaluate teachings, ideas, values & lifestyles to see if they are consistent with the Bible.
I can answer questions about life and faith by citing specific Bible verses from memory
I am able to clearly communicate the truth of the Gospel from the Scriptures.
I am able to confidently answer objections/questions concerning the Christian faith.
Competent In Your Walk
I characterize myself as content and joyful with my current circumstances.
I can articulate my spiritual gifts, passions and natural strengths
People close to me would say I place others' needs before my own.
People close to me would say I love and serve others regardless of their background or what they can do for me.
People close to me would say I am quick to listen, admit when I am wrong, recognize my weaknesses, and proactively seek forgiveness.
I live under biblical principles related to debt, budgeting and the use of financial stewardship.
People close to me would characterize me as content and joyful in all circumstances.
My life and my relationships are characterzie by purity.
I see my marriage as a spiritual endeavor, recognizing that loving and serving my spouse is obedience to God and not separate from my personal spiritual life. I see marriage as a tool God uses to grow me.
I prioritize my time in a way that is evident that my marriage relationship is second only to my relationship with Christ.
As a single, I process dating decisions with wisdom and in community.
I consistently and effectively communicate with my spouse about both daily challenges and deeper issues (e.g. intimacy, money, parenting).
I love and respect my spouse by dealing with and resolving conflict in an open, safe, and God-honoring way.
How often do you pray with your spouse?
People close to me would say I am actively training my children to know and follow Christ.
What was most significant in your spiritual growth this year?
Connected To The Body
I connect with the people of Cornerstone outside of church functions.
I regularly attend Sunday morning worship at Cornerstone
I am in a small group that meets regularly with the goal of encouraging each other towards a growing authentic relationship with Jesus Christ.
I am building relationships with those in my small group
I provide accountability around spiritual growth to everyone in my small group.
Connected To The Un-Churched
I intentionally build relationship with non-believers.
I pray for the salvation of non-believers with whom I associate.
I can clearly articulate my story of faith (testimony).
I pray for the salvation of non-believers in un-reached areas of Indianapolis and the world.
I look for opportunities to share the Gospel and my story of faith with non-believers
Contributing
I handle my financial resources with the mindset that they are God's and not mine.
I give joyfully and cheerfully of my financial resources to the cause of Christ rather than out of obligation.
I give according to and beyond my ability, trusting God's provision for all my needs
I see my time as entrusted to me for God's use and glory
I say NO to good things in order to say YES to areas in which God desires to use me
I use my gifts and talents to meet specific needs within God's Kingdom.
I participate by giving financially to the ministry of Cornerstone.
I continually pray that god will stretch and grow me to serve in new ways.
List the ministry area(s) in which you currently serve at Cornerstone.
List any ministry areas in which you currently serve outside of Cornerstone.
Are you prayerfully considering how the Lord would have you respond to Cornerstone's family effort to build a home for our ministry? It is our prayer that every member responds in accordance with the Spirit's leadership with a grateful heart.
Creative
I have been more creative in serving Christ this year than I was last year
If yes, how?
In the past year how has God creatively worked through you?
Feedback
Our desire is that you continue to grow as an authentic follower of Jesus Christ. How can we improve in helping you
I would like someone to personally follow up with me concerning the comments I've made in this Personal Growth Assessment.
Share a story about how God has used you as a part of the transforming process in someone else's life.