A Spiritual Hunger Self-Assessment Based on The Pursuit of God

This self-assessment is designed to reveal patterns of spiritual hunger. It is not a test of salvation, a clinical instrument, or a way to compare Christians.

Rate each statement from 1 to 5: 1 means rarely true; 5 means consistently true.

I seek God Himself, not only answers or relief.
I approach Scripture expecting truth that may correct me.
I can name attachments that compete with surrender.
I confess known sin rather than hiding or defending it.
I return attention to God during ordinary responsibilities.
I test spiritual impressions by Scripture.
My awareness of God produces love and integrity toward people.
I receive correction without protecting my image at all costs.
I connect private devotion with visible obedience.
I am helping at least one other person grow toward Christ.

Interpret the result carefully

Do not treat the total as a spiritual grade. Circle the two lowest statements and ask what facts, habits, fears, or circumstances are involved. Then circle one strength and thank God for evidence of grace.

Choose only one low area for a seven-day response. Write an action, a date, and the name of a person who can review it. Repeat the assessment after ninety days and look for honest fruit rather than numerical perfection.

Biblical anchors

Psalm 139:23-24 grounds the article’s central question. Read the surrounding paragraph or chapter and note what it reveals about God and the response expected from the believer.

Matthew 5:6 adds an important biblical balance. Read the surrounding paragraph or chapter and note what it reveals about God and the response expected from the believer.

2 Corinthians 13:5 shows how the truth becomes lived obedience. Read the surrounding paragraph or chapter and note what it reveals about God and the response expected from the believer.

Questions for further study

Which statement in this article most needs to affect your understanding or conduct?
How does Psalm 139:23-24 confirm, correct, or deepen the article’s answer?
What fear, attachment, distraction, or habit makes a faithful response difficult?
How will you use and review this resource rather than merely save it?

Use this resource

Schedule it: Choose a date and setting for using the resource described in “A Spiritual Hunger Self-Assessment Based on The Pursuit of God.”
Complete it actively: Write answers, pray, and record one application rather than reading passively.
Review it: Share the result with another believer and decide what should continue.

Common mistakes to avoid

A resource should lead back to the book and the Bible, not replace them.
Do not turn memory, questions, or activities into competition.

Choose the setting

A resource creates value only when it is used. Select a date, identify the people involved, and decide how the result will be reviewed. Connect the activity with Psalm 139:23-24, write one response, and share the outcome with another believer.

Prepare the participants

A resource creates value only when it is used. Select a date, identify the people involved, and decide how the result will be reviewed. Connect the activity with Matthew 5:6, write one response, and share the outcome with another believer.

Complete the activity

A resource creates value only when it is used. Select a date, identify the people involved, and decide how the result will be reviewed. Connect the activity with 2 Corinthians 13:5, write one response, and share the outcome with another believer.

Review the response

Continue with the annotated study guide

The annotated edition gathers chapter summaries, questions, prayer prompts, applications, and Biblical Truth Discovery activities into one guided resource. This article answers one focused question; the complete edition brings all ten chapters into one connected study experience.

The Pursuit of God (Annotated): A Modern Study Guide to A. W. Tozer’s Classic on Abiding in Christ and Making Disciples

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