World Scripture
Table of Contents
Part Three: The Path of Life
Chapter 11: Growth, Responsibility and Destiny
Spiritual Growth
The Seasons of Life
Cultivating the Good
Decision
Good and Evil
Individual Responsibility
Predestination
Synergy of Grace and Effort
Preparation and Making a Good Beginning
Perseverance and Patience
Self-Control
Restraint
Integrity
Righteousness
Sincerity and Authenticity
Honesty
Caution and Vigilance
Prudent Speech
Moderation
Modesty
Chastity
Sobriety and Temperance
True Love
Living for Others
Sacrificial Love
Universal Love
Love Your Enemy
Forgiveness
A Good Heart
Good Deeds
Giving and Receiving
Charity
Hospitality
The Great Commandment
The Primary Ends of Education
The Search for Knowledge
Tradition
Scripture and Interpretation
Intellectual Knowledge and Spiritual Wisdom
The Teacher
Discipleship
Learning and Practice
Faith
Witness
Hope
Assurance
Gratitude and Indebtedness
The Fear of God
Doubt
Hypocrisy
Heresy
Arguing with God
Testing
Chapter 16: Prayer and Worship
Prayer
Meditation
Praise
Devotion
Purity of Intention
Offerings and Tithes
Ritual
Beyond Ritual
Chapter 17: Obedience and Sacrifice
Call and Mission
Obedience and Submission
Self-Sacrifice
War against Evil
Persecution
Martyrdom
Chapter 18: Humility and Self-Denial
Humility
Turn the Other Cheek
Repentance
Judge Not
Self-Denial
Subduing the Desires of the Flesh
Non-Attachment to Wealth and Possessions
Separation from Family
Separation from the World
Asceticism, Monasticism and Celibacy
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