After reading the resources for this topic, be as concise as possible when answering the prompts. Be sure to interact directly with (recognize, understand, interpret, and cite) the Bible, and four to five academic or scholarly sources from topic Resources in your responses. Be sure to review the Class Resources for how to insert footnotes for your citations.
1. Based on the Bible and topic Resources, in no more than 250 words, explain why it is important for ministry leaders to grow in their moral character and integrity
2. Based on the Bible and topic Resources, in no more than 250 words, describe what are the biblical basis and the theological basis for growth in moral character and personal integrity.
3. Based on the Bible and topic Resources, in no more than 250 words, describe the significant ethical principles in Scripture, including the relationship between orthodoxy and orthopraxy.
4. Based on your ministerial leadership experiences or previous responses, in no more than 250 words, explain the importance of integrity in ministerial ethics in the development of your moral character and integrity. Explain what this would look like in your present or future ministry.
5. In no more than 300 words (no more than 100 words per benefit), evaluate three benefits of personal growth in moral character and integrity. Your response should address areas such as your relationships with the Lord, family, and congregation.
6. In 300 words (100 words per consequence), evaluate three consequences of not growing personally in moral character and integrity. Your response should address areas such as your relationships with the Lord, family, and congregation.
