Character Tour
Great Characters With Great Character
8 Parts | By: Ed Young
When an artist draws a caricature, certain outstanding features of his subject are highlighted. In the same way, certain character qualities stand out in notable characters throughout the Bible. In this creative series, Ed Young takes us on a biblical tour of some of these great characters with great character.
sermons from this Series
1. Discipline
Discipline
Studying The Discipline Of The Prophet Daniel
The old Elton John song doesn't quite get it right, because for many of us "discipline" seems to be the hardest word. This message highlights the disciplined lifestyle of the Old Testament prophet, Daniel, and explains why the true nature of this character quality eludes even those with the most extraordinary will power.
2. Endurance
Endurance
Exploring Endurance Through The Eyes Of Noah
A lack of endurance permeates and plagues our culture. We'd rather bail out than blast through. We'd rather leave than last. However, we learn from the character of Noah, the Old Testament ark-builder, that when we break through the quitting points in life, we can expect a breakthrough.
3. Courage
Courage
Facing Courage With Joshua And Caleb
In the midst of overwhelming pressure, two Old Testament characters named Joshua and Caleb take a courageous stand against the cowardice of their own people at a pivotal time in Israel's history.
4. Vision
Vision
Vision As Seen In The Life Of King David
"Where there is no vision, the people perish" (Proverbs 29:18). In his rise from shepherd boy to King, David exemplified a man of vision whose victories in the private moments prepared him for greatness in the public arena.
5. Creativity
Creativity
Reflecting The Image Of God Through Creativity
We are made in the image of our creative Creator, thus every single one of us has creative potential. Most of us, though, get a creative cramp at some point in our lives that stifles that creative flow. With Gods power we can work out that cramp and unleash supernatural creativity in every aspect of your life.
6. Love
Love
Learn About Real Love Through The Story Of Hosea
The Hallmark-and-Harlequin-inspired version of Valentine's Day love is a dim reflection of real love. The true measure of love is not found in cards, candies, or carats; but in the biblical model of committed love exhibited by a little known Old Testament prophet named Hosea.
7. Organization
Organization
How The Character Trait Of Organization Brings Us Closer To God
God is a God of order and organization. Therefore, as Christ-followers, we must learn how to turn organization frustration into organization realization. Organization is not spelled DULL. In fact, spontaneity and excitement in life emerge from organizational discipline.
8. Ultimate Character
