The characteristics of a good christian that are reflected in every step people take in life, who are led by the Holy Spirit to fulfill God’s plan on earth.
All these characteristics are taught in the Holy Scriptures, and that they are not related to attending church or complying with rules imposed by a religious leader, because these go beyond simplicity, since they seek to reflect the love of God in a person.
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In the Bible it is shown that the first time the term was spoken of “Christian”is found in the book of the Acts of the Apostles 11: 26, which says:
“And they assembled there a whole year with the church, and taught many people; and the disciples were first called Christians in Antioch” (Acts 11:26).
Said term is used when the spread of the message of Christ began during the early church, However, due to the diversity of thoughts, current interpretations, and the bad example of people who used the word at their convenience, being a Christian has lost its true essence and meaning.
When we talk about being a Christian, that means being Jesus impersonatorssince when the person accepts the Lord in his life, God becomes his owner and the owner of everything he has, and that is why his whole life will be changed, and completely transformed, reflecting the fruit of the Spirit of God.
«But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faith, meekness, temperance; against such things there is no law.” (Galatians 5:22-23)
Characteristics of a good Christian
When a person lays down his life, Christ repents of his sins and begins to change his sinful life to a God-directed life of holiness.
“If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness” (1 John 1:9).
This becomes the first step to become a child of God and to be considered a Christian, in this sense the Holy writings points out what it is to be a true Christian, and it is to imitate the behavior of Jesus and follow each of his teachings as the Bible says:
- “He who says he abides in Him must walk as he walked” (1 John 2:6)
- “For I have given you an example, so that as I have done to you, you may also do” (John 13:15).
- “And you walk in love, just as Christ also loved us, and gave himself up for us, an offering and sacrifice to God for a fragrant aroma” (Ephesians 5:2).
- «Everyone who abides in Him does not sin; everyone who sins has not seen him or known him” (1 John 3:6).
As mentioned above, it is possible to determine these 20 features that can demonstrate what it is to be a good Christian, all based on the Holy Scriptures:
1. a good christian He has God as his priority in lifeconsiders it the most important thing, since it is your helper in every step you take in all areas.
Jesus said to him, “You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, and with all your soul, and with all your mind” (Matthew 22:37).
2. For a person to be considered Christian has the virtue of being forgivingsince upon receiving God’s forgiveness that love descends in their hearts, which is why they develop forgiveness as a lifestyle.
“And forgive us our debts, as we also forgive our debtors… For if you forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you” (Matthew 6:12,14)
3. a christian is guided by the Holy Spiritwho will be by his side teaching him, directing him, condemning him at every step he takes.
“For as many as are led by the Spirit of God, they are the sons of God” (Romans 8:14)
Four. A person who walks with Christ persevere in faithsince she does not stray from the Lord and is daily filled with the Holy Spirit, who strengthens her in difficult moments so that she can continue to the goal of the supreme calling given by God.
«Don’t you know that those who run in the stadium, all of them actually run, but only one takes the prize? Run in such a way that you obtain it. Everyone who fights against everything abstains; they, indeed, to receive a corruptible crown, but we an incorruptible ′′ (1st. Corinthians 9:24-25)
5. A Christian person has time to seek Godthat is, every day he is in communion with the Lord.
“Persevere in prayer, being vigilant in it with thanksgiving” (Colossians 4:2)
“Watch and pray, so that you do not enter into temptation; the spirit indeed is willing, but the flesh is weak” (Matthew 26:41)
6. A believer in Christ searches daily for the teaching left by God in the Holy writingsthat is, study each of the teachings found in this sacred book.
«Search the scriptures; because it seems to you that in her you have eternal life; and in them are they that testify of me” (John 5:39)
7. A good Christian understands that in order to walk must be directed by the Holy Spirit, and on a daily basis he will fight not to be led by the flesh, nor by his emotions, which will divert him from the divine purpose.
«The spirit is the one who gives life; the meat profits nothing; The words that I have spoken to you are spirit and they are life” (John 6:63).
8. A person who understands the call of God repent of sinsince his mind has been renewed in Christ, and on a daily basis he seeks to do what is right in the eyes of the Heavenly Father.
«So, repent and convert so that your sins may be erased; so that times of refreshing may come from the presence of the Lord” (Acts 3:19).
9. A good Christian is characterized by obey each of the commandments established by God, since he loves him genuinely.
“If you love me, keep my commandments” (John 14:15)
«Everyone who is born of God does not practice sin, because the seed of God remains in Him; and he cannot sin, because he is born of God »(1 John 3: 9)
10. A follower of Christ will always have the fruit of the spirit developed, because he will be filled with the presence of God, who will be reflected in his life in a tangible way.
«But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faith, meekness, temperance; against such things there is no law” (Galatians 5:22-23)
eleven. A Christian is not ashamed of Jesus, which is why he genuinely proclaim his gospel wherever you are.
“Whoever confesses me before men, I will also confess before my Father who is in heaven” (Matthew 10:32).
12. a christian seeks to help people in need, always looking for a way to lift up the one who is fallen, both those brothers in Christ, as well as relatives and even those who are unknown.
«May they do good, may they be rich in good works, generous, generous; treasuring for himself a good foundation for what is to come; that they take hold of eternal life” (1 Timothy 6:18-19)
13. a christian see your enemy with lovebecause the Lord teaches among his mandates that in the heart of a Christian there can be no quarrel or hatred, or resentment towards people, that is to say that the old things have passed and all are made new born in love.
- “But I say to you: Love your enemies, bless those who curse you, do good to those who hate you, and pray for those who despitefully use you and persecute you” (Matthew 5:44).
- “Everyone who hates his brother is a murderer; and you know that no manslayer has eternal life abides in Him» (1 John 3:15).
14. To be generous It is another characteristic of a good Christian, since he seeks to help the other without expecting anything in return.
«The generous soul will prosper; and whoever satisfies, he will also be satisfied” (Proverbs 11:25).
fifteen. Emotions do not dominate a Christian, since he has control of his character and his impulses.
“For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power, of love, and of a sound mind” (2 Timothy 1:7).
16. a good christian is gentle and kindHe is not an apathetic or negative person, much less aggressive, he has an evident virtue of kindness in front of everyone around him.
“Your gentleness be known to all men” (Philippians 4:5)
17. A good Christian has a humble heartHe has no pride or arrogance.
“For the Lord is exalted, and pays attention to the lowly, but to the haughty he looks from afar” (Psalms 138:6)
18. Respect is a characteristic of a Christian person, practice courtesymoving away from disrespect and dishonor in people.
«Paid to all what you owe: to whom tribute, tribute; to which tax, tax; whom I respect, I respect; to whom honor, honor” (Romans 13:7)
19. A Christian is cheerfuland even in the midst of difficulties, nothing takes away his joy, because he knows that God is keeping him from everything, and he is under control.
“Rejoice always” (1 Thessalonians 5:16)
twenty. A good Christian moves on to fulfill the call of GodLooking forward.
“I press on toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus” (Philippians 3:14)
How can you see these 20 features that a person who follows Christ has, who must be tangible in those good works, in good treatment, in the love that he directly receives from Godwho is the primary source of everyone who is called a Christian.
In this sense, the apostle Paul exhorted the Romans regarding the practice of good customs, this teaching must be taken by all those believers to to be able to mature, grow and advance under the grace of Godto become a true reflection of a follower of Christ here on earth
“Let love be without dissimulation. Hate the bad, follow the good. Love one another with brotherly love; as regards honor, preferring one another.
In what requires diligence, not lazy; fervent in spirit, serving the Lord; joyful in hope; suffered in tribulation; constant in prayer; sharing for the needs of the saints; practicing hospitality.
Bless those who persecute you; bless, and do not curse. rejoice with those who rejoice; cry with those who cry. Unanimous among you; not haughty, but associating with the humble. Do not be wise in your own opinion. Repay no one evil for evil; seek what is good before all men.
If possible, as far as it depends on you, be at peace with all men. Do not avenge yourselves, my beloved, but leave room for the wrath of God; because it is written: Vengeance is mine, I will pay, says the Lord.
So if your enemy is hungry, feed him; if he is thirsty, give him a drink; for by doing this, you will heap fiery coals on his head. Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good” (Romans 12: 9-21)