A Checklist of Godliness

Ready for work, dressed, teeth brushed, hair done, lunch packed – Checklists! Be they mental habits or studiously marked on an app, checklists keep us from becoming the common fool.

Scripture is filled with lists to keep our souls from common sins. Titus 3:1-2 has a brief checklist of godliness to guide and evaluate your day.

1. Titus 3:1a-b
   Do I respect human authorities?
   (Romans 13:1-7; 1 Peter 2:13-17)
2. Titus 3:1c
   Am I always ready to do good?
   (Romans 12:17)
3. Titus 3:2a
   Do I only speak well of others?
   (James 3:6-10; Ephesians 4:29)
4. Titus 3:2b-c
   Do I promote peace?
   (Romans 12:18; Matthew 5:9)
5. Titus 3:2d
   Is my humility indiscriminate?
   (Philippians 2:3-7)