What does it mean to be a good man?
I’ve literally laid awake thinking about this the last couple of nights. I’m hoping for a wide array of answers.
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What does it mean to be a good man?
I’ve literally laid awake thinking about this the last couple of nights. I’m hoping for a wide array of answers.
I have no clue, but Os Chambers put it like this-” The test of the life of a saint (a good man) is not success, but faithfulness as a steward of the mysteries of God in human life as it actually is.”
Posted by Janet | 04/20/2011, 9:19 amOK so I’ve laid awake thinking about this too. My first conclusion is there is no human that is truly good. Mark 10:18. On the other hand, God wants us to be “holy”. 1 Peter 1:14-16. So a “good man” is not a perfect man, but a man actively pursuing to become and purposefully allowing himself to become good and holy.
On the practical side, to be considered a “becoming good” man, or woman, I would think the person would exhibit these qualities on a regular or growing basis:
1. A Good Person is Faithful:
Devoted to the Lord
Keeps obligations and commitments
Works
Respects people
Is trustworthy
Is truthful
Avoids excesses/ is self-controlled
2. A Good Person Loves:
Is considerate of others
Is kind
Is willing to sacrifice
Is willing to forgive
Listens to counsel/is willing to be corrected
Is protective
Is gentle with people’s hearts
Brings blessings, not destruction to others
3. A Good Person Regrets & Repents
They are not just “sorry” but regretful and repentative, when they fail to do these things…
Posted by janahn | 04/21/2011, 3:48 pmWow. Well. I think that about covers it. You’ve given me something to tangible to strive for.
Posted by coyotetom | 04/22/2011, 8:45 pm