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Ephesians 5:1. Be imitators of God, therefore, as dearly loved children
2 Peter 1:3 His divine power has given us everything we need for life and godliness through our knowledge of him who called us by his own glory and goodness.
4 Through these he has given us his very great and precious promises, so that through them you may participate in the divine nature and escape the corruption in the world
caused by evil desires.
Hosea 6:3 Let us know the LORD; let us press on to know him. As surely as the sun rises, he will appear; he will come to us like the winter rains, like the spring rains that water the earth.'' jme
Colossians 3:10 and have put on the new self, which is being renewed in knowledge in the image of its Creator.
Philippians 3:10 I want to know Christ and the power of his resurrection and the
fellowship of sharing in his sufferings, becoming like him in his death,
1. LOVE vs. Selfishness
Giving to others' basic needs without having as my motive personal reward.
1 Corinthians 13
3 If I give all I possess to the poor and surrender my body to the flames, but have not love, I gain nothing..
2. INITIATIVE vs. Unresponsiveness
Recognizing and doing what needs to be done before I am asked to do it.
Romans 12
21 Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.
3. HUMILITY vs. Pride
Recognizing that God and others are actually responsible for the achievements in my life.
James 4
6 But he gives us more grace. That is why Scripture says: ``God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble.''
4. LOYALTY vs. Unfaithfulness
Using adversity to confirm my commitment to those whom God has called me to serve.
John 15
13 Greater love has no-one than this, that he lay down his life for his friends.
5. VIRTUE vs. Impurity
The moral excellence and purity of Spirit that radiate from my life as I obey God's Word.
2 Peter 1
5. For this very reason, make every effort to add to your faith virtue.. jme
6. FORGIVENESS vs. Rejection
Healing others by using their offenses as a means of expressing to them Christ's love.
Ephesians 4
32 Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you.
7. ENDURANCE vs. Giving Up
The inward strength to withstand stress and overcome obstacles toward accomplish God's best.
Galatians 6
9 Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.
8. SELF-CONTROL vs. Self-Indulgence
Instant obedience to the initial prompting of God's Spirit.
Galatians 5
24 Those who belong to Christ Jesus have crucified the sinful nature with its passions and desires. 25 Since we live by the Spirit, let us keep in step with the Spirit.
9. ATTENTIVENESS vs. Unconcern
Showing the worth of a person by giving sincere attention to his words.
Hebrews 2
1. We must pay more careful attention, therefore, to what we have heard, so that we do not drift away.
10. DISCRETION vs. Simple Minded
Ability to avoid words, actions and attitudes which could result in undesirable consequences.
Proverbs 22
3. A prudent man sees danger and takes refuge, but the simple keep going and suffer for it.
11. PERSUASIVENESS vs. Contentiousness
Guiding vital truths around another's mental roadblocks.
2 Timothy 2
24 And the Lord's servant must not quarrel; instead, he must be kind to everyone, able to teach, not resentful.
12. SECURITY vs. Anxiety
Structuring my life around what is eternal and can not be destroyed or taken away.
John 6
27 Do not work for food that spoils, but for food that endures to eternal life, which the Son of Man will give you. On him God the Father has placed his seal of approval.''
13. SINCERITY vs. Hypocrisy
Eagerness to do what is right with transparent motives.
1 Peter 1
22 Now that you have purified yourselves by obeying the truth so that you have sincere love for your brothers, love one another deeply, from the heart.
14. THRIFTINESS vs. Extravagance
Not letting myself or others spend that which is not necessary.
Luke 16
11 So if you have not been trustworthy in handling worldly wealth, who will trust you with true riches?
15. TOLERANCE vs. Prejudice
Acceptance of others as unique expressions of specific of specific character qualities in varying degrees of maturity.
Philippians 2
2 then make my joy complete by being like-minded, having the same love, being one in spirit and purpose.
16. COURAGE vs. Fear
Applying the resources I have in creative ways when faced with overwhelming odds.
1 Corinthians 16
13. Be on your guard; stand firm in the faith; be men of courage; be strong.
17. CONSIDERATION vs. Conceited
Putting others needs before your own.
Philippians 2
13 for it is God who works in you to will and to act according to his good purpose.
18. KINDNESS vs. Malicious
Doing unto others as God has done unto you.
1 Peter 3
8. Finally, all of you, live in harmony with one another; be sympathetic, love as brothers, be compassionate and humble. 9 Do not repay evil with evil or insult with insult, but with blessing, because to this you were called so that you may inherit a blessing.
19. WISDOM vs. Natural Inclinations
Seeing and responding to life situations from God's frame of reference.
Proverbs 9
10 ``The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom, and knowledge of the Holy One is understanding.
20. DISCERNMENT vs. Judgment
Seeing through a surface problem to root causes.
1 Samuel 16
7 ..The LORD does not look at the things man looks at. Man looks at the outward appearance, but the LORD looks at the heart.''
21. FAITH vs. Presumption
Visualizing what God intends to do in a given situation and acting in harmony with it.
Hebrews 11
1. Now faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see.
22. ENTHUSIASM vs. Apathy
Expressing with my spirit the joy of my soul.
1 Thessalonians 5
16. Be joyful always;
19 Do not put out the Spirit's fire;
23. PUNCTUALITY vs. Tardiness
Showing a high esteem for other people and their time.
Ecclesiastes 3
1. There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under heaven:
24. CONTENTMENT vs. Covetousness
Realizing God has provided everything I need for my present happiness.
1 Timothy 6
8 But if we have food and clothing, we will be content with that.
25. SENSITIVITY vs. Callousness
Exercising my senses so that I can perceive the true spirit and emotions of those around me.
Romans 12
15 Rejoice with those who rejoice; mourn with those whomourn.
26. FAIRNESS vs. Partiality
Looking at a decision from the viewpoint of each person involved.
Luke 6
31 Do to others as you would have them do to you.
27. DEFERENCE vs. Rudeness
Limiting my freedom in order not to offend the tastes of those God has called me to serve.
Romans 14
21 It is better not to eat meat or drink wine or to do anything else that will cause your brother to fall.
28. MEEKNESS vs. Anger
Yielding my personal rights and expectations to God.
Psalms 62
5 Find rest, O my soul, in God alone; my hope comes from him.
29. ORDERLINESS vs. Disorganization
Preparing myself and my surroundings so that I will achieve the greatest efficiency.
1 Corinthians 14
40 But everything should be done in a fitting and orderly way.
30. RESPONSIBILITY vs. Unreliability
Knowing and doing what both God and others are expecting from me.
Romans 14
12 So then, each of us will give an account of himself toGod.
31. DECISIVENESS vs. Double-Mindedness
The ability to finalize difficult decisions based on the will and ways of God.
James 1
5 If any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him.
32. DETERMINATION vs. Faint-Heartedness
Purposing to accomplish God's goals in God's time regardless of the opposition.
2 Timothy 4
7 I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. 8 Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will award to me on that day- and not only to me, but also to all who have longed for his appearing.
33. TRUTHFULNESS vs. Deception
Earning future trust by accurately reporting past facts.
Ephesians 4
25 Therefore each of you must put off falsehood and speak truthfully to his neighbor, for we are all members of one body.
34. OBEDIENCE vs. Willfulness
Freedom to be creative under the protection of divinely appointed authority.
2 Corinthians 10
5 We demolish arguments and every pretension that sets itself up against the knowledge of God, and we take captive every thought to make it obedient to Christ.
35. BOLDNESS vs. Fearfulness
Confidence that what I have to say or do will result in lasting benefit.
Acts 4
29 Now, Lord, consider their threats and enable your servants to speak your word with great boldness.
36. ALERTNESS vs. Unawareness
Ability to anticipate right responses to that which is taking place around me.
Mark 14
38 Watch and pray so that you will not fall into temptation. The spirit is willing, but the body is weak.''
37. FLEXIBILITY vs. Resistance
Not setting my affections on ideas or plans which may be changed by others.
Colossians 3
2 Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things.
38. AVAILABILITY vs. Self-Centeredness
Making my own schedule and priorities secondary to the wishes of those I am serving.
Philippians 2
20 I have no-one else like him, who takes a genuine interest in your welfare. 21 For everyone looks out for his own interests, not those of Jesus Christ.
39. REVERENCE vs. Disrespect
Awareness of how God is working through the people and events in my life to produce the character of Christ in me.
Proverbs 23
17. Do not let your heart envy sinners, but always be zealous for the fear of the LORD.
18 There is surely a future hope for you, and your hope will not be cut off.
40. DILIGENCE vs. Slothfulness
Visualizing each task as a special assignment from the Lord and using all my energies to accomplish it.
Colossians 3
23 Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for men,
41. THOROUGHNESS vs. Incompleteness
Knowing what factors will diminish the effectiveness of my work or words if neglected.
Proverbs 18
15. The heart of the discerning acquires knowledge; the ears of the wise seek it out.
42. DEPENDABILITY vs. Inconsistency
Fulfilling what I consented to do even if it means unexpected sacrifice.
Psalms 15
4 who despises a vile man but honors those who fear the LORD, who keeps his oath even when it hurts,
43. PATIENCE vs. Restlessness
Accepting a difficult situation from God without giving Him a deadline to remove it.
Romans 5
3 Not only so, but we also rejoice in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; 4 perseverance, character; and character, hope.
44. CAUTIOUSNESS vs. Rashness
Knowing how important right timing is in accomplishing right actions.
Proverbs 19
2. It is not good to have zeal without knowledge, nor to be hasty and miss the way.
45. COMPASSION vs. Indifference
Doing all I can to heal the hurts of others.
1 John 3
17 If anyone has material possessions and sees his brother in need but has no pity on him, how can the love of God be in him?
46. CREATIVITY vs. Under-Achievement
Approaching a need, a task, an idea from a new perspective.
Romans 12
2 Do not conform any longer to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God's will is- his good, pleasing and perfect will.
47. GENEROSITY vs. Stinginess
Realizing that all I have belongs to God and using it for His purposes.
2 Corinthians 9
6. Remember this: Whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever sows generously will also reap generously.
48. GENTLENESS vs. Harshness
Treating others as if they were going through similar struggles of self acceptance.
1 Corinthians 10:13
13 No temptation has seized you except what is common to man. And God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, he will also provide a way out so that you can stand up under it.
49. GRATEFULNESS vs. Unthankfulness
Focusing on what God has given me rather than on what I think He should have given me.
1 Corinthians 4
7. For who makes you different from anyone else? What do you have that you did not receive? And if you did receive it, why do you boast as though you did not?
50. HOSPITALITY vs. Loneliness
Cheerfully sharing food, shelter, and spiritual refreshment with those God brings into my life.
Hebrews 13
2 Do not forget to entertain strangers, for by so doing some people have entertained angels without knowing it.
51. JOYFULNESS vs. Self-Pity
The exultation of my inward being that results from genuine harmony with God and with others.
Proverbs 15
13. A happy heart makes the face cheerful, but heartache crushes the spirit.
52. RESOURCEFULNESS vs. Wastefulness
Wise use of that which others would normally over look or discard.
Luke 16
10 ``Whoever can be trusted with very little can also be trusted with much, and whoever
is dishonest with very little will also be dishonest with much.
Compiled by Justin M. Eshleman
Special thanks to Bill Gothard - Institute in Basic Youth Conflicts
Unless oterwise indicated, all scripural quotations are from the New International Version of the Bible.
