Cheerfulness
and Christian Courtesy
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How
constant should our rejoicing be?
“Rejoice in the
Lord always, I will say it
again: Rejoice!”
Philippians 4:4.
Christian Courtesy
What should be our
conduct one toward another?
“Finally, all of
you, live in harmony with one
another, be sympathetic, love as
brothers, be compassionate and
humble.” 1 Peter 3:8.
How
many should we honor?
“Show proper
respect to everyone: Love the
brotherhood of believers, fear God,
honor the king.” 1 Peter 2:17.
Whom
should we salute?
“And if you
greet only your brothers, what are
you doing more than others? Do not
even the pagans do that?” Matthew
5:47.
What
respect should be shown the aged?
“Rise up in
the presence of the aged, show
respect for the elderly and
revere your God. I am the Lord.”
Leviticus 19:32. (See 2 Kings
2:23,24.)
Whom
especially should children honor?
“Honor your father
and your mother.” Exodus
20:12.
How
should faithful Christian leaders be
regarded?
“The elders who
direct the affairs of the church well
are worthy of double honor,
especially those whose work is
preaching and teaching.” 1
Timothy 5:17.
What
is the basis of true Christian
courtesy?
‘Love is patient,
love is kind, It does not envy, it
does not boast, it is not proud. It
is not rude, it is not self-seeking,
it is not easily angered, it keeps no
record of wrongs.”
1 Corinthians 13:4,5.
Note –
Genuine Christian courtesy is the
outgrowth of love, and manifests
itself in thoughtful consideration
for others.
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