Here are some important questions we should ask ourselves:

1. What one decision would I make if I knew that it would not fail?
2. What one thing should I eliminate from my life because it holds me back from reaching my full potential?
3. Am I on the path of something absolutely marvelous, or something absolutely mediocre?
4. If everyone in the United States of America were on my level of spirituality, would there be a revival in the land?
5. Does the devil know who I am?
6. Am I running from something, or to something?
7. What can I do to make better use of my time?
8. Would I recognize Jesus if I met Him on the street?
9. Who do I need to forgive?
10. What is my favorite scripture for myself, my family, my career?
11. What impossible thing am I believing and planning for?
12. What is my most prevailing thought?
13. What good thing have I previously committed myself to do that I have quit doing?
14. Of the people I respect most, what is it about them that earns my respect?
15. What would a truly creative person do in my situation?
16. What outside influences are causing me to be better or worse?
17. Can I lead anyone else to Christ?
18. In what areas do I need improvement in terms of personal development?
19. What gifts, talents, or strengths do I have?
20. What is one thing that I can do for someone else who has no opportunity to repay me?

Source: An Enemy Called Average
by John Mason.
Excerpt permission granted by Insight Publishing