Spiritual infants require three things: spiritual food, spiritual love, and spiritual protection.  Just like in the natural, it is the parent’s job to provide these for infants.  In the church, it is the job of spiritual parents to provide these things for Spiritual Infants.

FOOD

The statements below come from the COMMITMENTS section of the Spiritual Assessment.  Please evaluate the statements below and how they apply to your life on a scale of 1 to 5, 1 being “No I am unfamiliar or do not agree with it” AND 5 being “You are convinced or are walking it out”.  If you do not score a 5 or are just curious, click the appropriate link below for a quick study and quiet time.  ENJOY!

1. I am sure of my salvation. [I John 5:11-13]
“What gives you confidence that you are going to heaven?”  “How do you know you have eternal life?”

2. I can trust God to answer my prayers. [John 16:24]
“What has been your experience in God answering your prayers?”  “What do you do when you don’t get an answer?”

3. God will help me with temptations. [I Corinthians 10:13]
“What are the temptations you have been facing?”  “How have you experienced God’s help in overcoming them?”

4. I know that I am forgiven. [I John 1:9]
“What does it feel like to be forgiven?”  “How well do you forgive others?”

5. God will guide me in my life. [Proverbs 3:5-6]
“What area of life are you seeking guidance?”  “How has God guided you in your life so far?”

6. I am committed to understanding the Bible. [John 16:13 – II Timothy 3:16-17]
“What is important about knowing the Bible?”  “What is your current grasp on how the Bible comes together?”

7. I have a reading and a daily devotional plan. [Revelation 1:3]
“What has been your experience in reading the Bible regularly?”  “What have been barriers to having a daily devotional?”

8. I am convinced that the Bible is true. [John 7:17]
“What questions do you have about the Bible’s authenticity?”  “What questions do you have about the Bible’s authority?”

9. The commitment Jesus is asking of me is clear. [Matthew 4:19]
“What do you think it means to follow Jesus?”  “What examples have you seen who successfully follow Jesus?”

10. I love to listen to God and respond. [Romans 8:16]
“What is an example of something you have heard from God?”  “What has helped you be obedient to what God has said?”

11. I am committed to fellowship with other believers. [Hebrews 10:24]
“How does the Bible illustrate fellowship?”  “What has been your experience in fellowship with other Christians?”

12. I am committed to deepening my love for God. [Psalm 16:1-11]
“Describe your current love for God.”  “What will help you grow deeper in that love?”

13. I understand and can share the good news of Jesus.  (Bridge Illustration) [Ephesians 2:1-10]
What have you learned so far in telling your story of your relationship with Jesus?”  “How skilled are you in sharing that Good News?”

14. I have made my commitment to follow Jesus. [Luke 9:23; Luke 10:27]
“What holds you back from making a whole-hearted commitment to Jesus?”  “What needs to happen?”

If you scored a 5 on all 14, CONGRATULATIONS!   Review the videos and resources below, then move to the next section SPIRITUAL CHILD.