Faith Maturity Scale – FMS

I am concerned that our country is not doing enough to help the poor

I know that Jesus Christ is the Son of God who died on a cross and rose again

My faith shapes how I think and act each and every day

I help others with their religious questions and struggles

I tend to be critical of other people

In my free time, I help people who have problems or needs

My faith helps me know right from wrong

I do things to help protect the environment

I devote time to reading and studying the Bible

I have a hard time accepting myself

I take excellent care of my physical health

I am active in efforts to promote social justice

I seek out opportunities to help me grow spiritually

I take time for periods of prayer or meditation

I am active in efforts to promote world peace

I accept people whose religious beliefs are different from mine

I feel a deep sense of responsibility for reducing pain and suffering in the world

As I grow older, my understanding of God changes

I feel overwhelmed by all the responsibilities and obligations I have

I give significant portions of my time and money to help other people

I speak out for equality for women and minorities

I feel God's presence in my relationships with other people

Every day I see evidence that God is active

My life is filled with meaning and purpose

I do not understand how a loving God can allow so much pain and suffering in the world

I believe that I must obey God's rules and commandments in order to be saved

I am confident that I can overcome any problem or crisis no matter how serious

I care a great deal about reducing poverty in the United States and throughout the world

I try to apply my faith to political and social issues

My life is committed to Jesus Christ

I talk with other people about my faith

My life is filled with stress and anxiety

I go out of my way to show love to people I meet

I have a real sense that God is guiding me

I do not want the churches of this nation getting involved in political issues

I like to worship and pray with others

I think Christians must be about the business of creating international understanding and harmony

I am spiritually moved by the beauty of God's creation