Fellowship of the Crossroads
A true test of a person’s character is what they would do if they knew they would never get caught. Character is determined by ethics and ethics are determined by values, and our values come out of our theology. The way a person behaves, the things they do in life and in relationships with others, are a reflection of their values or their lack thereof. Character matters because it shows the world who you really are and what you really believe. Do you consciously work on your character? Or do you just do what you do without knowing why you do it? This week we will look at some of Paul’s words of wisdom for his young protégée Timothy as to why he should focus on his character.
Who here is a leader?
Leadership is influence
influence
the capacity to have an effect on the character, development, or behavior of someone or something, or the effect itself.
Who here is a Theologian?
theologian
someone who studies the nature of God, religion, and religious beliefs.
Why is knowing Theology Important?
1. Theology _________________everything we do.
2. Theology ____________________ a person’s Ethics.
What are Ethics?
Ethics are the principles that guide us to make a positive impact through our decisions and actions. At its simplest, ethics is a system of moral principles.
Ethics determine ones _______________________.
I Timothy 4:7 NKJV
Has anybody here gotten in shape by doing nothing?
What do you have to do?
How do we ____________to be godly?
II Timothy 3:16 NKJV
People see your character not by what you ___________but by what you ________________.
1 Timothy 4:12 NLT
II Timothy 4:7 NKJV
Crossroads Challenge