T.R.R.F.C.C. Trustworthiness Embodies Four Ethical Principles: Integrity is moral wholeness demonstrated by a consistency of: Thoughts – what we think; Words – what we say; Deeds – what we do; Duties – what we should do Honesty: Truthfulness – representing true facts and intentions to the best of one’s knowledge Sincerity – being genuine, without trickery or duplicity.
T.R.R.F.C.C. Trustworthiness Embodies Four Ethical Principles: Candor – volunteers information the other person would want to know; being frank, forthright, open Playing by the rules — no cheating Being trustworthy with others’ property — no stealing. Loyalty: Stand by, stick up for and protect your family, friends, school and country. Be a good friend. Look out for those who care about you. Keep confidences.
T.R.R.F.C.C. THE PILLAR OF TRUSTWORTHINESS IN SCRIPTURE 2 Sam 7:28 28 O Sovereign LORD, you are God! Your words are trustworthy, and you have promised these good things to your servant.
T.R.R.F.C.C. Respect Embodies Seven Basic Rules: Honor Individuals Worth Show Courtesy and Civility Honor Standards and Customs Accept Differences Respect Others’ Autonomy Avoid Violence or Threats
T.R.R.F.C.C. PILLAR OF RESPECT IN SCRIPTURE Lev 19:3 3 "'Each of you must respect his mother and father, and you must observe my Sabbaths. I am the LORD your God. (NIV)
T.R.R.F.C.C. Responsibility Embodies Twelve Concepts: 1.Be Accountable 2.Exercise Self-Control 3.Plan and Set Goals 4.Choose Positive Attitudes 5.Do Your Duty 6.Be Self-Reliant
T.R.R.F.C.C. Responsibility Embodies Twelve Concepts: 7. Pursue Excellence 8. Be Proactive 9. Be Persistent 10. Be Reflective 11. Set a Good Example 12. Be Morally Guided
T.R.R.F.C.C. THE PILLAR OF RESPONSIBILITY IN SCRIPTURE Num 4:27 27 All their service, whether carrying or doing other work, is to be done under the direction of Aaron and his sons. You shall assign to them as their responsibility all they are to carry. (NIV)
T.R.R.F.C.C. Two Aspects of Fairness Process – how we make decisions. –The moral obligation arising from this concern is to make decisions fairly; this is called procedural fairness. Results – what we decide, the substance of the decision. The consequences or benefits should be fair. The moral obligation is to make fair decisions; this is called substantive fairness.
T.R.R.F.C.C. Procedural Fairness Requires Four Precepts 1.Fair Notice 2.Impartiality 3.Gathering of the Facts 4.Fair Hearing
T.R.R.F.C.C. THE PILLAR OF FAIRNESS/JUSTICE IN SCRIPTURE Judg 9:16 16 "Now if you have acted honorably and in good faith when you made Abimelech king, and if you have been fair to Jerub-Baal and his family, and if you have treated him as he deserves-- (NIV)
T.R.R.F.C.C. Eight Elements of Caring: Concern for others’ well-being Compassion Empathy Kindness and consideration Charity Sacrifice Gratitude Mercy and Forgiveness
T.R.R.F.C.C. THE PILLAR OF CARING IN SCRIPTURE Prov 14:21 21 He who despises his neighbor sins, but blessed is he who is kind to the needy. (NIV)
T.R.R.F.C.C. Four Citizenship Requirements Fulfill your civic duties. Do your share. Respect authority. Attempt to pursue civic virtues.
T.R.R.F.C.C. THE PILLAR OF CITIZENSHIP IN SCRIPTURE Ps 33:12 12 Blessed is the nation whose God is the LORD, the people he chose for his inheritance. (NIV)