"...our ancestors established their system of government on morality and
religious sentiment. Moral habits, they believed, cannot safely be trusted
on any other foundation than religious principle, nor any government be
secure which is not supported by moral habits." Daniel Webster
SALVATION
We are all sinners and deserve hell
1. Jeremiah 17:9
Romans 3:23
2. Romans 3:10
Romans 6:23
We cannot save ourselves
3. Ephesians 2:8-9
God loved us and sent His Son to die for us
4. Romans 5:6
Romans 5:8
5. John 3:16
Acts 4:12
We must believe what Christ has done for us and accept His offer of salvation
6. Romans 10:9-10
Acts 16:31
We must dedicate our life to Christ
7. Romans 12:1-2
We are to be the light of the world
8. Matthew 5: 14, 16
Ephesians 2:10
9. Matthew 22:37
John 14:15
CHRISTIAN CHARACTER TRAIT
OBEDIENCE TO PARENTS
10. Ephesians 6:1-2
CONSIDERATION OF OTHERS
Compassion: Meaningfully sharing and responding to the feelings and needs of
others which leads to providing personal assistance and comfort to them.
11. I John 4:11
Ephesians 4:31-32
Conflict Resolution:The ability to handle external and internal
problems in such a manner that they do not become a problem for the
individual or another person.
12. Proverbs 15:1
Matthew 5:44
Cooperation: To understand our need for others, causing us to
treat them politely, with respect. To work together for the common good.
13. Psalm 133:1
Philippians 2:14
Courtesy: Politeness of manners combined with kindness
14. Luke 6:31
Acts 20:35b
Forgiveness: The art of giving up anger and hard feelings toward someone who
has wronged us and restoring the broken relationship.
15. Colossians 3:13
Gratitude: Appreciation expressed for a kindness received and admiration and
love for the “benefactor”.
16. Psalm 107:1a
James 1:17
Loyalty: Faithfulness to a person, custom or idea.
17. Proverbs 17:17a
Proverbs 18:24
Reliability: Being consistently dependable in judgement, attitude, conduct,
belief, and trust.
18. Ecclesiastes 9:10a
Proverbs 20:11
Tolerance: Allowing and respecting the differences in another’s race, gender,
culture, language, appearance and custom.
19. Leviticus 19:18
Romans 2:11
TRUTHFULNESS
Honesty: Trustworthiness and fairness in speaking and dealing with others.
The absence of fraud, deceit, lying, and stealing.
20. Colossians 3:8-10
21. Ephesians 4:25 and Proverbs 12:22
Integrity: Living honestly, truthfully and sincerely so that others may
always believe what one says and trust what one does; an unconditional
commitment to truth and honesty.
22. II Corinthians 8:21
Luke 16:10a
CONSIDERATION OF SELF
Discipline: Practicing restraint over and control of one’s emotions and
behavior.
23. Colossians 3:16-17
24. I Thessalonians 4:11
25. Psalms 101:2-3
Perseverance: Maintaining an activity in spite of opposition or
discouragement.
26. Isaiah 40:31
Galatians 6:9
Self-Control: Restraint exercised over one’s own impulses, emotions or
desires; the ability to control one’s behavior and act in a reasonable
manner.
27. Proverbs 25:28
RESPONSIBILITY
Citizenship/Patriotism: Support and love for one’s country, especially
through an understanding of its ideals and advantages; not inconsistent with
opposition to specific governmental policies or actions that oppose God and
His Word. Implies respect for, adherence to, and participation in the
democratic process.
28. Romans 13:1-2
Respect for authority: Accepting the need for and privacy of authority in
given circumstances. Acknowledging that privileges and rights in a democracy
should be balanced by a sense of obligation to others.
29. Exodus 20:12
Hebrews 13:17a
Respect for the Environment: An awareness and appreciation of the limited
resources available for humankind which is reflected in one’s own behavior.
30. Proverbs 6:6-8
Courage: The willingness to face obstacles, including danger, with
determination.
31. Joshua 1:9
Psalm 27:1
Work Ethic: The confidence that diligent work is honorable and will be
rewarded with personal satisfaction, a sense of accomplishment and/or
material prosperity.
32. Galatians 6:4
I Thessalonians 5:17
Stewardship: The management of talents and abilities in such a way that
contributions are made to humankind and to the preservation of God’s church.
33. Colossians 3:23
