Definitions
What is the definition of love?
A giving unselfish relationship with others
What was the original meaning of the German root word for "character"?
"An engraving instrument."
How did Ruth show her loyalty and commitment to Naomi, her mother in law?
By staying to live with her and working to support her
Which word is a humble and submissive spirit?
Gentleness
According to Galatians 5:17, what fights against the Spirit because it is contrary to the Spirit?
The flesh
What is the definition for joy?
Happiness that comes from inner contentment
What is the foundation of Christian character?
Salvation in Jesus
What did Jesus ask God to do for his enemies as he hung on the cross?
He asked God to forgive them
What command are we given in Galatians 5:16?
To walk by the Spirit
According to Romans 8:28-29, what is God's plan for us?
That we would be conformed to the image of his Son
What is the word for uprightness or moral character?
Goodness
What does it mean that Noah found grace or favor in the eyes of the Lord?
God regretted creating humans but he found Noah to be holy and righteous. Noah was the only good person that God found on the earth.
What does Proverbs 16:7 tell us?
God will make our enemies be at peace with us if our ways please the Lord.
According to the story of Eli, what promise was God carrying out because the sons had not honored him?
To kill both of his sons on the same day
How should we treat the poor?
Have mercy on them and honor them
What is the definition of peace?
An inner sense of calmness and deep contentment based on a right relationship with God.
Complete the definition of character: Living and ______ by a __________ set of _____ or _____ that ______ right patterns of _______ into my life.
Living and acting by a predetermined set of rules or laws that engrave right patterns of behavior into my life.
What attitudes did Ruth make sure were not apart of her life?
Discouragement, Anger, Bitterness, Complaining
What is the definition for Godliness?
Becoming more like God in our attitudes and actions
How should we treat our enemy?
Love them, do good to them, lend to them and show mercy
Patience
Who are the five carpenters involved in building Christian character?
1. Parents
2. Friends
3. Enviornment
4. Personal Choices
5. Holy Spirit
What are the two most important commands that we must follow?
1. Love God with all of your heart, mind and soul.
2. Love others as we love ourself
What is the definition for self control?
Successful resistance of fleshly desires
List 3 promises God makes in Proverbs for those who love and obey him
1. He will protect us
2. He will direct our paths
3. He will shield us from harm
4. He knows everything that happens to us