Character Under Construction: Sturdy Walls

Sturdy Walls: Keeping Good Company

Character Under Construction

September 15, 2024

Noah Mccormick

What are our walls of character?

How do you ensure you have in your life?

“Show me your friends and I will show you your future.”

Proverbs 13:20 NLT

Psalm 1:1-2 NLT

1. People with sturdy character make now and experience later.

2. Create a crew .

Faith is , not .

2 Corinthians 6:14 NLT

You can tackle difficulties by yourself and risk having weak character, or you can join forces with others of strong character to strengthen and support each other.

Discussion Questions

1. Noah discussed the importance of having a relationship with Jesus before building character. How does a relationship with Christ serve as a foundation for character?
2. What does the metaphor of “sturdy walls” represent in relation to our character, and how can we ensure the walls of our lives are strong?
3. Noah stated that “other people” are what hold us up. What role do friends, family, and community play in building strong character?
4. Proverbs 13:20 states, “Walk with the wise and become wise; associate with fools and get in trouble.” How does this verse influence the importance of choosing the right company?
5. Daniel and his friends made hard decisions early on, which resulted in later joy and protection. What decisions can we make now that will strengthen our character in the long run?
6. How can we create and maintain a “crew worth following,” and why is this important for Christian growth?
7. Noah differentiated between personal and private faith. What does it mean that faith is personal but not private, and how can we live this out in our daily lives?
8. Corinthians 6:14 warns against teaming up with unbelievers. How should Christians balance serving and loving non-believers while still building strong character and faith with fellow believers?
9. How does the story of Daniel and his friends exemplify the benefits of walking together in faith, and what can we learn from their example for our modern Christian communities?
10. Noah concluded with the idea that we can either face difficulties alone or join with others to strengthen and support one another. How can we foster a culture of mutual support in our church or community to help one another build stronger character?