Sound Doctrine and Ethics – Titus 2:1
It is important that we teach ethics alongside of sound doctrine. It is not enough for us to have right beliefs. We need to live holy lives.
Godliness
Live a Life Worthy of God – 1 Thessalonians 2:11-12
Paul’s plea for us all is that we would live a life worthy of God. That we would live holy and godly lives that are pleasing to God.
Live Holy and Godly Lives – 2 Peter 3:11-12
Jesus is returning for his chosen ones someday. And, as we wait for that day, we should live holy and godly lives, looking forward to it.
Set a Guard Over My Mouth – Psalm 141:3
How often do we speak careless words? The psalmist’s prayer that God would set a guard over his mouth should be echoed by all of God’s people.
Training in Godliness – 1 Timothy 4:7-8
Paul advised Timothy to avoid things in this life that distract, and to focus on training in godliness. Training with value for eternity.
Say No to Ungodliness – Titus 2:12
Dare to be different, to say no to the ungodliness that is so rampant in our society. Instead, live an upright and godly life.
Having a Form of Godliness – 2 Timothy 3:1-5
Don’t be a Sunday Christian, having a form of godliness on Sunday morning, and then being like the world the rest of the week.
Flee Ungodliness; Pursue Righteousness- 1 Timothy 6:11
As a ‘man of God,’ I need to flee ungodliness in all its forms. Instead, I should pursue righteousness, godliness, and other godly virtues.
