Maturity in Christ Test

Published June 19, 2026
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Most of us know our physical age. We know whether we’re a child, teenager, middle-aged adult, or senior citizen.

But what if someone asked us our spiritual age? That question is more difficult.

A person can be sixty years old and still throw spiritual temper tantrums. Another person may have followed Christ for only a few years and display remarkable maturity. Physical age and spiritual age are not the same thing.

The writer of Hebrews challenged believers who should have been mature but were still spiritual infants:

“For though by this time you ought to be teachers, you need someone to teach you again the basic principles…” (Hebrews 5:12).

Paul expressed a similar concern when he told the Corinthians that he could not address them as mature believers because jealousy and division still ruled their lives (1 Corinthians 3:1-3). Scripture repeatedly teaches that God expects His children to grow.

So how mature are you?

The following test is not inspired Scripture. It is simply an attempt to measure ourselves against the biblical characteristics of spiritual growth.

Be honest. No one else has to see your answers.

For each statement, give yourself:

1 P oint – Rarely True 

2 Points – Sometimes True 

3 Points – Usually True 

4 Points – Consistently True

1. Hunger for God’s Word “I regularly read, study, and apply Scripture.” (Matthew 4:4; 2 Timothy 3:16-17)

2. Dependence on Prayer “I naturally turn to God first rather than last.” (Philippians 4:6-7)

3. Obedience “When Scripture challenges me, I seek to obey it.” (John 14:15)

4. Love for Others “I genuinely desire the good of other believers.” (John 13:35)

5. Humility “I am teachable and willing to admit when I am wrong.” (James 4:6)

6. Self-Control “The Holy Spirit increasingly governs my words, emotions, and actions.” (Galatians 5:22-23)

7. Forgiveness “I release grudges and seek reconciliation.” (Ephesians 4:31-32)

8. Service “I look for opportunities to serve others rather than be served.” (Mark 10:45)

9. Perseverance “My faith remains steady during trials.” (James 1:2-4)

10. Discernment “I can distinguish biblical truth from error.” (Hebrews 5:14)

11. Witness “I intentionally look for opportunities to share Christ.” (Matthew 28:19-20)

12. Reproduction “I am helping someone else grow spiritually.” (2 Timothy 2:2) 

Scoring 12–20 Points Spiritual Infant 

Like a newborn, you need consistent nourishment and guidance. The good news is that growth is expected. Focus on learning the basics of Scripture, prayer, and fellowship.

21–32 Points Spiritual Youth

You are growing, but your faith is still largely focused on your own needs. Continue developing habits of obedience, service, and biblical understanding.

33–40 Points Spiritually Young Adult

You are becoming increasingly useful in God’s kingdom. Your faith influences your decisions and relationships. Continue developing perseverance, leadership, and disciple-making.

41–48 Points Spiritually Mature Adult

You display many of the characteristics of biblical maturity. But remember: maturity is not arrival. Even the Apostle Paul confessed that he had not yet attained perfection (Philippians 3:12).

The Real Test

Your score is not the most important thing.

The real question is this:

Am I more like Christ today than I was one year ago?

Biblical maturity is not measured by how much we know, how long we have attended church, or how many ministries we have served in. And there is no finish line to be crossed.

It is measured by the degree to which the life of Jesus is becoming visible in us.

Paul summarized God’s goal for every believer:

“Until we all attain to the unity of the faith and of the knowledge of the Son of God, to mature manhood…” (Ephesians 4:13).

That is the target.

Not perfection.

Not performance.

Christlikeness.