What is a man of God? How does a man of God differ from a man of the world? Is the title “man of God” reserved for priests and pastors?
This morning I was reading 1 Timothy, chapter 6. Paul referred to Timothy as a “man of God” in this letter and laid out some basic principles for godly men to follow:
- a man of God does not teach false doctrines, he teaches and fights for truth.
- a man of God does not enjoy and provoke controversy and quarrels.
- a man of God does not see godliness as a means to financial gain.
- a man of God puts his hope and trust in God, not money.
- a man of God finds his contentment in Christ, not in wealth.
- a man of God pursues righteousness, godliness, faith, love, endurance and gentleness.
- a man of God is generous and rich in good deeds.
Todd Wagner, the senior pastor at Watermark Community Church in Fort Worth Texas, has listed 5 characteristics of a Godly man, which I have listed below. These characteristics are based on 44 verses of Scripture. I STRONGLY encourage you to check out the following BLOG and spend time going through the Scriptures that are referenced.
STEP UP: Lead. Initiate. Be a man of action. Assume it is your job and your moment. Hate apathy. Reject passivity.
SPEAK OUT: Silence in the midst of sin is a sin. Be courageous. Fear God not man. Speak the truth in love.
STAND STRONG: Don’t give in when you are challenged, attacked or criticized.
STAY HUMBLE: Be vigilant against pride. Get the log out of your eye. Don’t think less of yourself, think of yourself less.
SERVE THE KING: Seek first His Kingdom, His glory, His righteousness. Hope in the eternal. Live for a greater reward.
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Words to live by Len. Thanks for this. Always good to be reminded of what I am supposed to do and be like. Take care brother..Mike
Mike you are definitely a man of God!
Two thoughts….1) 1 John 2:4….If a man speaks of faith but doesn’t follow God’s commands…he is liar. (paraphrased). I’m trying to teach my son to look past the words of others. and 2) This is a timely lesson for me…it can be a struggle knowing when to be bold and when to be silent…a constant battle between A) be a man of action, lead, initiate, hate apathy, don’t give in…..versus…..B) don’t provoke controversy and quarrels, pursue love and gentleness.