Ministry Ethics

"Moreover it is required in stewards, that a man be found faithful." (1 Corinthians 4:2, KJV)

The Lordship of Christ and Fidelity to Scripture

"And Jesus came and spake unto them, saying, All power is given unto me in heaven and in earth." (Matthew 28:18, KJV)

"All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness." (2 Timothy 3:16, KJV)

"Sanctify them through thy truth: thy word is truth." (John 17:17, KJV)

Integrity, Truthfulness, and Sincerity

"Providing for honest things, not only in the sight of the Lord, but also in the sight of men." (2 Corinthians 8:21, KJV)

"Wherefore putting away lying, speak every man truth with his neighbour." (Ephesians 4:25, KJV)

"But we have renounced the hidden things of dishonesty… but by manifestation of the truth commending ourselves to every man's conscience in the sight of God." (2 Corinthians 4:2, KJV)

Love, Honour, and Purity of Conduct

"A new commandment I give unto you, That ye love one another; as I have loved you." (John 13:34, KJV)

"Let love be without dissimulation… Be kindly affectioned one to another with brotherly love; in honour preferring one another." (Romans 12:9–10, KJV)

"Abstain from all appearance of evil." (1 Thessalonians 5:22, KJV)

Servanthood, Accountability, and Stewardship

"Moreover it is required in stewards, that a man be found faithful." (1 Corinthians 4:2, KJV)

"And whosoever will be chief among you, let him be your servant." (Matthew 20:27, KJV)

"Obey them that have the rule over you, and submit yourselves: for they watch for your souls…" (Hebrews 13:17, KJV)

Speech, Discipline, and Edification

"Let no corrupt communication proceed out of your mouth, but that which is good to the use of edifying…" (Ephesians 4:29, KJV)

"A bishop then must be blameless… not a brawler… of good behaviour." (1 Timothy 3:2–3, KJV)

"Take heed unto thyself, and unto the doctrine; continue in them…" (1 Timothy 4:16, KJV)

The Standard of Reward

"And whatsoever ye do, do it heartily, as to the Lord, and not unto men." (Colossians 3:23, KJV)

"Well done, thou good and faithful servant… enter thou into the joy of thy lord." (Matthew 25:21, KJV)

"Be ye followers of me, even as I also am of Christ." (1 Corinthians 11:1, KJV)