Building Godly Character – 2
Dear Reader,
Welcome to the concluding part of this teaching. In the last edition, I examined what influences character and how you can build a godly character. This week, I will be exploring The Attributes of a Godly Character.
Attributes of a Godly Character:
There are high-standing qualities you must possess to be outstanding in life, and if you want to go far in life, these qualities are non-negotiable. Let us consider some of them:
- Discipline. As someone rightly said, “Discipline is giving yourself a command and following it up with action.” It is the ability to control oneself. If you cannot control your life, then you can never be in control of life. Discipline affects all areas of your life, from punctuality to your attitude and accountability. The Bible says: All things are lawful unto me, but all things are not expedient: all things are lawful for me, but I will not be brought under the power of any (1 Corinthians 6:12). Some areas in life you have to exercise discipline are:
- Time. If you have no respect for time, you will surely lose respect in life. As a student or employee, be punctual. Arrive at your office or class right on time. Do not be tagged the perpetual latecomer. Do not waste your time on things that do not matter. Spend your time judiciously investing in your future. Time is life; it does not wait for any man, and it cannot be stored. One proof that you are disciplined with time is that you will always be on time. Grace to invest your time wisely is released upon you from this day forward in Jesus’ name!
- Money. If you cannot handle money while you are still single, chances are that it will be much more difficult in life when responsibilities start calling for your attention. Many youths have allowed money control their lives so much that their joy depends on it. That is, they are happy when there is money but complain, murmur and are sad when there is no money. Never let money control your life. Spend wisely, and don’t be a waste; if you buy the things you do not need today, you will sell them tomorrow. Be disciplined in handling money so that you do not mourn in life.
- Sleep. Although this is a requirement for living, you have to be disciplined to handle it as well. One proof that you are disciplined in the area of sleep is that you gain more time. There is time for everything in life. Do not be found sleeping when you are supposed to be working, in church or in lectures. Tame sleep, and you will enjoy a great future.
- Appetite. Be disciplined in your eating. Do not eat anything anywhere at any time. Set time aside to seek God’s face in a fast at least once a week.
- Appearance. Do not be vulgar or wild in your dressing. Dress like a king/queen. The Word says: Let all things be done decently and in order (1 Corinthians 14:40). Your dressing speaks volume about who you are. A wise man has rightly said that the way you dress is the way, you will be addressed.
One important step to building a godly character is to accept Jesus into your life. If you are not born again, please say this prayer of faith: Dear Lord, I come to You today. I am a sinner. Forgive me my sins. Cleanse me with Your precious Blood. I accept You as my Lord and Saviour. Now, I know I am born again!
Congratulations, you are now born again and a child of God. He loves you and will never leave or forsake you. With this, you are guaranteed all-round rest and peace, in Jesus’ name! Please, write or call to share your testimonies with me through oyedepofaitha@gmail.com OR 08141320204. For more insight, these books authored by me are available at the Dominion Bookstores in all Living Faith Churches and other leading Christian Bookstores: Single With A Difference, Make Your Life Count and You are Welcome to God’s Family.