Sunday, January 14, 2007

The Godly Man's Picture

I am currently working on book review - I am reviewing "Finishing Strong" by Steve Farrar. It is still work in progress, but I need to get that out very soon. So while I am weaving words around that, here's something I've come across from Thomas Watson, who gave twenty-four characteristics of a godly man in his book "The Godly Man's Picture", dated way back in 1666 :

1. a man of knowledge
2. a man moved by faith
3. a man fired by love
4. a man like God
5. a man careful about the worship of God
6. a man who serves God, not men
7. a man who prizes Christ
8. a man who weeps
9. a man who loves the Word
10. a man who has the Spirit of God residing in him
11. a man of humility
12. a man of prayer
13. a man of sincerity
14. a heavenly man
15. a zealous man
16. a patient man
17. a thankful man
18. a man who loves the saints
19. a man who does not indulge himself in any sin
20. a man who is good in his relationshops
21. a man who does spiritual things in a spiritual manner
22. a man thoroughly trained in religion
23. a man who walks with God
24. a man who strives to be an instrument for making others godly.

It's a breath-taking list...quite literally. I took a deep breath after punching those out on the keyboard. I admit...I have problem with Number 8.

I cringe in embarassment hearing complains from our sisters that chivalry is a rare commodity among men today. The epitome of a godly gentleman is a man complete with excellent manners, courtesy and social refinement. Beneath that demeanour is a heart of sincerity, kindness, faithfulness and generosity. A godly gentleman exudes the aura of Christ that is in him and radiates love and compassion outwardly to people surrounding. So gentlemen, make no mistakes. We are, after all, recognized by our fruits.

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