![]() As he regularly opposes sin, he finds that his spirit grows stronger and temptation becomes easier to resist (Hebrews 10:23). He relies on the power of the Holy Spirit to help him say “no” to his flesh and “yes” to the Spirit (1 Corinthians 10:13 Galatians 5:16). It means that, when he is tempted, the decision about whether to give in has already been made. This does not mean he no longer faces temptation. The godly man learns that, as he surrenders his will to the Holy Spirit and relies upon Him for strength to overcome temptation, he can withstand more temptation and accomplish greater eternal goals than he ever thought possible (Philippians 4:13).Ī godly man is one who has died to his flesh (Galatians 5:24). He learns early that his fleshly attempts at holiness only result in pride and failure. The godly man knows he will still stumble as he strives toward holiness (James 3:2), but his goal is to be holy as His Lord is holy (1 Peter 1:16). Life is no longer about pleasing himself but about pleasing his Lord (Romans 13:12–14 Hebrews 12:28). ![]() With God’s Spirit inside him (1 Corinthians 6:19–20), the godly man is able to understand the deep things of the Spirit (1 Corinthians 2:9–10). By faith in Christ’s death and resurrection, the godly man has declared Jesus the Lord of his life, and his heart is set toward obedience (Romans 10:9–10). So a godly man is one who has received Jesus’ sacrifice on the cross as payment for His own sin and has accepted the righteousness purchased for him there (2 Corinthians 5:21). The term godly refers to having an inward devotion for God that is outwardly displayed. Godliness is more than external behaviors it is the continual seeking after God’s heart (Isaiah 55:6–7). But we cannot become godly without the Holy Spirit empowering us to do so (Acts 1:8). Many false religions require that of their subjects. Anyone can learn rules, follow laws, and judge themselves harshly. The first step in becoming a godly man is to surrender to the lordship of Jesus Christ (John 14:6). Reflecting the heart, wisdom, and nature of God is the goal of everyone who seeks to be a godly man or woman. God’s choice of Abraham to be the father of a new nation (Genesis 17:5–8) was made, in part, to establish a people group through which He could once again see His character reflected (Leviticus 26:11–12). However, sin marred that image in us and distorted that character (Romans 5:12). God created man and woman after His own image (Genesis 1:27), and part of being in His image is that we are to reflect His character. The Bible is a handbook for anyone who desires to be a godly man or woman.
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