Armor of God Readiness Check

“Put on the full armor of God, so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes.” – Ephesians 6:11

Spiritual Readiness Assessment

This tool will help you reflect on your daily spiritual preparedness using the Armor of God from Ephesians 6 as a framework. Answer honestly to receive personalized insights about your spiritual strength and areas for growth.

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🛡️ Belt of Truth

“Stand firm then, with the belt of truth buckled around your waist…” – Ephesians 6:14a

When faced with difficult situations, how often do you seek and speak truth?

Always – I consistently seek God’s truth and speak honestly even when it’s difficult

Often – I usually try to be truthful but sometimes struggle in challenging situations

Sometimes – I want to be truthful but often find it easier to avoid or bend the truth

Rarely – I struggle with honesty and often choose what’s comfortable over what’s true

How well do you know and apply biblical truth to your daily decisions?

Very well – I regularly study Scripture and apply biblical principles to my choices

Well – I know many biblical truths and try to apply them most of the time

Somewhat – I know some biblical truths but don’t always apply them consistently

Not well – I struggle to know or apply biblical truth to my daily life

How do you handle situations where you’ve been dishonest or compromised the truth?

I quickly confess, seek forgiveness, and make things right

I usually address it after some time and make amends

I eventually deal with it but often procrastinate or minimize it

I tend to avoid confronting my dishonesty or rationalize it away

💎 Breastplate of Righteousness

“…with the breastplate of righteousness in place…” – Ephesians 6:14b

How consistently do you live according to God’s standards of righteousness?

Very consistently – I strive to honor God in all my actions and decisions

Mostly consistently – I try to live righteously but sometimes fall short

Inconsistently – I want to live righteously but struggle with consistency

Rarely – I often choose what feels good over what’s right

When you sin or fall short, how do you respond?

I immediately repent, seek forgiveness, and turn away from the sin

I usually repent and seek forgiveness, though sometimes I delay

I eventually address it but often feel guilty for extended periods

I struggle to acknowledge my sin or tend to justify my actions

How well do you resist temptation in your daily life?

Very well – I actively avoid temptation and rely on God’s strength

Well – I usually resist temptation but sometimes struggle

Somewhat – I often give in to temptation but feel convicted afterward

Poorly – I frequently give in to temptation without much resistance

👟 Feet Fitted with Gospel of Peace

“…and with your feet fitted with the readiness that comes from the gospel of peace.” – Ephesians 6:15

How readily do you share the gospel or speak about your faith with others?

Very readily – I actively look for opportunities to share God’s love

Readily – I share my faith when appropriate opportunities arise

Somewhat – I want to share but often feel hesitant or unprepared

Rarely – I keep my faith mostly private and avoid religious discussions

How well do you maintain peace in your relationships and conflicts?

Very well – I actively pursue reconciliation and peace in all relationships

Well – I usually try to resolve conflicts peacefully

Somewhat – I want peace but sometimes struggle with anger or resentment

Poorly – I often hold grudges or avoid dealing with conflicts

How prepared are you to step into difficult situations to bring God’s peace?

Very prepared – I willingly enter difficult situations to serve and bring peace

Prepared – I’m usually willing to help when asked or needed

Somewhat prepared – I want to help but often feel inadequate or afraid

Unprepared – I prefer to avoid difficult or uncomfortable situations

🛡️ Shield of Faith

“In addition to all this, take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one.” – Ephesians 6:16

How strong is your faith when facing trials and difficulties?

Very strong – I trust God completely even in the darkest times

Strong – I usually trust God but sometimes struggle with doubt

Moderate – My faith wavers depending on circumstances

Weak – I often doubt God’s goodness or presence in difficult times

How effectively do you use faith to resist negative thoughts and spiritual attacks?

Very effectively – I immediately turn to God and His promises when attacked

Effectively – I usually remember to rely on faith during attacks

Somewhat effectively – I sometimes remember to use faith but often get overwhelmed

Ineffectively – I’m often overwhelmed by negative thoughts and spiritual attacks

How consistently do you demonstrate faith through your actions and decisions?

Very consistently – My actions clearly reflect my faith in God

Consistently – I usually act in faith, though sometimes I act in fear

Inconsistently – My actions sometimes reflect faith, sometimes fear

Rarely – I often act out of fear rather than faith

⛑️ Helmet of Salvation

“Take the helmet of salvation…” – Ephesians 6:17a

How secure do you feel in your salvation and identity in Christ?

Very secure – I have complete assurance of my salvation and identity in Christ

Secure – I’m confident in my salvation but sometimes have moments of doubt

Somewhat secure – I believe but sometimes question my salvation

Insecure – I frequently doubt my salvation or worthiness

How well do you protect your mind from worldly influences and negative thinking?

Very well – I actively guard my mind and focus on godly thoughts

Well – I usually monitor what influences my mind

Somewhat – I try to guard my mind but often let negative influences in

Poorly – I’m often influenced by negative or worldly thinking

How confident are you in God’s love and acceptance of you?

Very confident – I fully believe in God’s unconditional love for me

Confident – I believe God loves me but sometimes struggle with self-worth

Somewhat confident – I know God loves me but often feel I need to earn it

Not confident – I struggle to believe God truly loves and accepts me

⚔️ Sword of the Spirit

“…and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God.” – Ephesians 6:17b

How regularly do you read and study God’s Word?

Daily – I consistently spend time reading and studying Scripture

Frequently – I read Scripture several times a week

Occasionally – I read Scripture sometimes but not consistently

Rarely – I seldom read Scripture on my own

How effectively can you use Scripture to combat temptation and spiritual attacks?

Very effectively – I know many verses and use them to resist temptation

Effectively – I know some verses and try to apply them when attacked

Somewhat effectively – I know a few verses but don’t always think to use them

Ineffectively – I don’t know many verses or how to apply them

How well do you understand and apply biblical principles to your life?

Very well – I understand Scripture deeply and live by its principles

Well – I understand much of Scripture and try to apply it

Somewhat – I understand some Scripture but struggle with application

Not well – I have limited understanding of Scripture and its application

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