The Measure of a Man

True masculinity isn't measured by strength but by these 20 biblical guidelines drawn from the apostle Paul's letters to Timothy and Titus. (Found in 1 Timothy 3:1-7 and Titus 1:5-10.)

1. Overall spiritual maturity (a well-rounded man)
2. Above reproach (a man of good repute)
3. The husband of one wife (morally pure)
4. Temperate (balanced in words and actions)
5. Prudent (wise and humble)
6. Respectable (good role model)
7. Hospitable (unselfish and generous)
8. Able to teach (communicates sensitively in a non-threatening and nondefensive manner)
9. Not addicted to wine (not addicted to substances)
10. Not self-willed (not self-centered and controlling)
11. Not quick-tempered (void of anger that becomes sinful)
12. Not pugnacious (not abusive)
13. Gentle (sensitive, loving, and kind)
14. Peaceable (nonargumentative and nondivisive)
15. Free from the love of money (nonmaterialistic)
16. Manages his own household well (a good husband and father)
17. Loving what is good (pursues Godly activities)
18. Just (wise, discerning, nonprejudiced and fair)
19. Devout (holy, devoted to God)
20. Self-controlled (disciplined)

BAF Men will be studying The Measure of a Man by Gene A Getz beginning July 12, 2010. Want to dive deeper into these qualities and learn how to apply them to your own life? Attend a BAF Men Discipleship group that meets weekly throughout town. See the calendar below, choose a day, grab an accountability partner and MAKE the commitment to attend.