I don't mind someone sharing with me how he is feeling.
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I regularly monitor the emotional 'vital signs' of my friends and stay up to date on how they are doing.
I often speak complimentary, uplifting words to others.
I have a regular, daily prayer time.
I don't mind saying, "I was wrong, will you forgive me?"
I affirm the fact that every person is created in the image of God and it influences how I treat people.
I don't become agitated or irritated if I have to wait for someone.
I am known as a compassionate person.
I understand and accept the fact that every person has a different "capacity" (how much he can handle).
I'm able to look beyond people's faults and see their inherent value as human beings.
I easily identify with the hurt and pain of other people.
I don't mind taking the initiative to resolve a conflict between two people.
I enjoy taking the initiative to greet new people when they join my group.
My love for someone is not diminished even when I find out about his "dark side".
I often have people over to my house.
I am quick to admit when I am wrong.
I'm good at remembering other people's preferences and interests.
I am known as a faithful friend.
If someone is slower than I am, I don't mind waiting for him.
I don't mind serving as a mediator between two people who are at odds with one another.
Maintaining the health of relationships is important to me.
I'm good at sensing when someone is "weary in well doing" and I take steps to help him.
I don't mind praying for people "on the spot".
I enjoy seeing other people being honored.
I care for all people equally; I do not show favoritism.
I enjoy putting other people first.
I'm good at recognizing when people feel overwhelmed and when they need help.
I often solicit other people's ideas and opinions.
When I confess my faults to someone, I am careful not to make excuses or blame others.
I often volunteer to help other people.
When I enter a room full of people I try to meet every person.
I don't mind performing menial tasks in order to help someone.
When someone offends me, if necessary, I know how to emotionally "drop it".
I always try to be kind to everyone I meet.
I like to plan and initiate times for people to get together and visit.
I am quick to forgive; I do not carry grudges.
I keep a list (mental or written) of the prayer needs of my family and friends.
I am usually cordial and gracious when I meet new people.
I am willing to postpone my agenda in order to meet other people's needs.
I understand that part of loving someone is being willing to correct him when he is wrong and I do this in my close relationships.
I forgive others even if they don't ask for my forgiveness.
I enjoy doing acts of kindness.
Encouraging my friends and family to love other people is important to me.
When I'm at a dinner party I like to mingle and meet new people.
I enjoy helping people who have lost focus and direction in their lives.
I enjoy helping people in practical ways.
When trying to influence others; I lead by example.
I enjoy teaching other people how to practically love others.
I don't just say, "I care" about others, I demonstrate my care.
I don't mind submitting to other people's authority.
If I have free time on my hands, I often use that time to serve an important cause or a person in need.
I'm willing to let people be who they are; I'm not always trying to change them.
I enjoy long-term friendships.
When I confront someone who needs correcting, I do so with a heavy heart because I am saddened over his sin and I want the best for his life.
I am known as an unselfish person.
I value times of fellowship around a meal or a cup of coffee.
I'm a good "cheerleader" to people who have dreams and aspirations.
I am known as a person who is willing and available to help others.
I faithfully pray for my family and friends.
I enjoy being around people who are different than me.
I don't confuse biblical absolutes with my personal preferences and opinions.
I make a long-term commitment to my close friends.
I'm good at sensing when someone is hurting.
I often volunteer to help if someone I know has a need.
I am known as a gracious host.
I value and esteem other people.
It grieves me when I have offended someone.
I am willing to forgive others even when I don't feel like forgiving.
I am good at doing small, simple actions to demonstrate care for others (e.g., a phone call, a birthday card, a lunch date).
I am known as a patient person.
I can identify several acts of kindness that I have performed in the past several days.
I don't mind confronting someone when she is wrong.
In dealing with people, I understand that it is possible to be correct but not kind.
Giving of my time and talents to help others is important to me.
I am bothered when contention and strife persists in a group.
I regularly facilitate opportunities for people to help others.