General
What is Christian Character rooted in?
Christ. Becoming more like him.
What is this scripture listing/talking about?
Galatians 5:22-23
The Fruit of the Spirit
List three things/hobbies David did.
1. Shephard
2. Musician
3. Warrior
Why did Samuel go out looking for someone to replace King Saul?
God told him that Saul no longer should be King and to find someone else.
Did David ever loose a battle?
No
True or False.
Being a good person and having good Character are the same.
False
Describe Scripture:
1 Corinthians 15:33
33Do not be misled: “Bad company corrupts good character.”
Those around you do have an effect on who you are and who you become. So we should surround ourselves with good company, those who are like minded as us, and those whose goals are similar to ours(more like Christ)
How did David defeat Goliath?
What happened to make King Saul dislike David?
His recognition as a warrior. He felt intimidated and feared for his future.
Fill in the blank.
“____ you are when __ ____ looking.”
“Who you are when no one’s looking.”
What is Character?
Character is the pattern of thoughts, acts, and feelings someone shows over time.
Describe the Scripture:
Acts 20:35
35In everything I did, I showed you that by this kind of hard work we must help the weak, remembering the words the Lord Jesus himself said: ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive.’”
Apart of being a christian is helping and loving our neighbor. So this verse is telling us that it is better to give than receive. We must help one another, especially those who cannot help themselves.
List five characteristics of David.
Infinite
List five Characteristics of King Saul.
Infinite.
Describe the tree example i used to describe Christian character.
Christian character is rooted similar to a tree with deep roots. But a tree with no roots is like being a person who does good things there's no real meaning and is easily pushed over.
List three good Character Traits and three bad character traits.
Infinite
Describe scripture:
Romans 12:2
2Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will.
We should not allow the world to affect who we are but allow God’s will to affect you. Don't conform to the world. Be who God wants you to be.
When David escaped and was running from King Saul, did he stay in one place and stay away from people?
No he traveled throughout his escape. Put together a army and helped people along the way.
What were some ways King Saul tried to get rid of David?
Sending him to war. Trying to kill him.
What was the name of King Saul's son? And how did he help David?
Johnathan and he was best friends with David. He helped him escape multiple times and encouraged him to continue. He also tried to convince his father to stop chasing David.
How does Character grow and develop over time?
Character is who we are because of our relationship with Christ. It grows and develops as we grow and develop with Christ.
Describe Scripture:
Colossians 1:28
28He is the one we proclaim, admonishing and teaching everyone with all wisdom, so that we may present everyone fully mature in Christ.
For Christians, becoming Christ-like is the ultimate goal of our spiritual journey. To settle for anything less is to miss the point of spiritual growth.
How did David's Character come into play when he finally came into contact with King Saul?
His character showed restraint, humility, and grace. He did not hurt or kill him. He bowed to him and showed nothing but respect. And approached him sincerely.
When did Saul finally change the way he treated David?
After the mercy David showed him in the cave.
What was the name of the people David fought multiple times, who Goliath also was?
Philistines