... many passages in the scripture, not least in the epistles or letters written by the apostle Paul we’re called to develop virtues (the fruit of the Spirit) through the help of the Holy Spirit. It is only ...
... many passages in the scripture, not least in the epistles or letters written by the apostle Paul we’re called to develop virtues (the fruit of the Spirit) through the help of the Holy Spirit. It is only ...
... many passages in the scripture, not least in the epistles or letters written by the apostle Paul we’re called to develop virtues (the fruit of the Spirit) through the help of the Holy Spirit. It is only ...
A MANDATORY VIRTUE
"Now it is required that those who have been given a trust must prove Faithful." (NIV) John 21:3
Faithfulness is not just any virtue that Christians decide to have or forgo. It ...
“Christ redeemed us from the curse of the law by becoming a curse for us, for it is written: “Cursed is everyone who is hung on a pole.”” (NIV) Galatians 3:13
“Now Jesus was perfectly holy. He hated ...
... it would be.
Love is a beautiful virtue – sourced from God. I agree so well with the quote: “All sound thinking about love begins with God” (Larry Deason). God is love, and he who comes to Him must also ...
... of righteousness" (NKJV) Ephesians 6:13-14.
One of the virtues we need to live with as Christians/children of God is to be truthful. Being truthful means being honest or accurate with oneself and others; ...
... herewith encouraged to put these good virtues to use so as to draw away from the evil one (1 Peter 5:8-9).
When we stay vigilant, sober, humble, tact, meticulous in all our endeavors, we distance ourselves ...
... with the Almighty. Our faith in God is dependent on our knowledge of Him. We can only please God and be acceptable for higher works through faith in God. Our virtues should demonstrate the kind of faith ...
“And over all these virtues put on love, which binds them all together in perfect unity.” (NIV) Colossians 3:14
“And now these three remain: faith, hope and love. But the greatest of these is love.” ...
... it is usually the older men who lead. Paul himself, by the time of this letter, was old. Timothy was comparatively young. Notwithstanding, Paul admonished him to be of good standing with these godly virtues ...
... way we react when we are angry. Self-control is a virtue we should all possess as it helps restrain thoughts, emotions and behaviors that are negative. Remember we are competing to get a crown that will ...
... is a sign of maturity and a good virtue for success in all aspects of life. The cost of unforgiveness is so great compared to forgiving others. People have lost their jobs due to vengeance on their co-workers, ...
... vices and cling to godly virtues.
As the writer admonishes, it is about time we show more kind-heartedness, compassion and forgive one another as often as necessary so as to live peaceably with all men ...
... if there are any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things."(KJV) Philippians 4:8
We are what we think about. If good thoughts fill our thoughts, we turn to manifest those thoughts in ...
“Whoever does not love does not know God, because God is love." (NIV) 1 John 4:8
As the world celebrates the powerful force known as love, many focus more on the romantic aspect of this emotion, ...
... is a sign of maturity and a good virtue for success in all aspects of life. The cost of unforgiveness is so great compared to forgiving others. People have lost their jobs due to vengeance on their co-workers, ...
“Christ redeemed us from the curse of the law by becoming a curse for us, for it is written: “Cursed is everyone who is hung on a pole.”” (NIV) Galatians 3:13
“Now Jesus was perfectly holy. He hated ...
... herewith encouraged to put these good virtues to use so as to draw away from the evil one (1 Peter 5:8-9).
When we stay vigilant, sober, humble, tact, meticulous in all our endeavors, we distance ourselves ...
... over us and will never leave nor forsake any (Heb. 13:5). Tribulation produces a cascade of virtues including perseverance, proven character and hope (Rom. 5:3,4). And through it all, Job got drawn to ...
