Free Spirit-Controlled Four Temperament Test

Enjoy instant access below to our free four temperament test to discover your basic personality type. Which one of the four temperaments are you? Lion? Otter? Golden Retriever? Beaver? Or if you prefer the Greek names, are you Choleric, Sanguine, Phlegmatic, or Melancholy? 

All these names refer to the same four personality types. We like the animal names because they are easier to remember (and more fun). You'll find out soon enough when you take the test. Then, by going to the Main Temperament page, you can watch the Video Teaching that explains each temperament. 

Our four temperament test is easy to take and score, and you'll quickly get an answer. Are you detailed and analytical, joyful and fun-loving, steady and reliable, or strong and purpose-driven? Plus, you will discover that you are not just a single temperament but a unique blend of two or more.

Learn to Laugh at Yourself

As I taught this course at our church, we all laughed at ourselves. We found that much of our personal quirkiness is just the way God made us. This teaching has helped spouses live together in greater understanding and harmony. Also, parents have improved their parenting skills. They've learned not to try to squeeze their children into a mold that doesn't fit them. (You can't force a square peg into a round hole. In other words, playful otter children generally don't turn into highly detailed brain surgeons.) 

After taking the test, a lot of puzzling things about yourself make sense. The more you realize how God made you, the more at peace you will be with who you are. You will identify your areas of strength and weakness. Then, the Holy Spirit will guide you to control your behavior, so you can relate more easily to others and improve your weaknesses.

The Spirit-Controlled Temperament 

Tim LaHaye identified what he called a "Spirit-controlled temperament." When you accept Jesus, the Holy Spirit comes to live inside you. This gives you an advantage. The Holy Spirit will help you mellow out your temperament extremes. (For example, I tend to share too many details. But now when I see a person's eyes glaze over, I stop, lighten up, and get to the point.)

Seeing the Four Temperaments in the Lord

We observe all four temperaments in descriptions of God and Jesus. 

• As co-Creator of the universe with His Father, Jesus was detailed, analytical, and an artistic craftsman. (Beaver)
• Jesus was frequently invited as a dinner guest. He was an entertaining storyteller, and an engaging, persuasive public speaker. He could hold an audience's attention for hours. (Otter) 
• Jesus was also the steady, gentle Master who served the sick and the poor in His ministry. In His presence, suffering and hurting people felt safe. (Golden Retriever)
• Jesus had a powerful vision, goal, and ultimate purpose for His life. He pursued it with relentless determination and courage until everything was finished. (Lion)

When we see these similarities between the Lord and ourselves, we know we are made in the image of God! 

Take our Four Temperament Test Today!

The four temperament test reveals the same human characteristics you have noticed about people since you were a child, but now they will fit into a clear profile. Take our free Spirit-controlled Four Temperament Test and learn to enjoy who you are, made in the image of God! Please take a moment and watch the video for key instructions before you take the test.