By Dr. Francis Akin-John

Communicate truthfully and discreetly when asked about individuals with destructive or sinful behavior patterns. Tell the truth, or remain discreetly silent: “A gossip betrays a confidence, but a trust-worthy person keeps a se-cret” (Proverbs 11:13).

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3. With Resources: Be ho-nest and prudent in regard to personal and ministry resources. Refuse gifts that could compromise ministry. Ensure that all designated gifts are used for their intended purp-ose: “If you have not been trustworthy in handling worldly wealth, who will trust you with true riches?” (Luke 16:11).
4. SEEK PURITY

Don’t let anyone look down on you because you are young, but set an ex-ample for the believers in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith and in purity (1 Timothy 4:12).

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1. In Maintaining Sexual Pu-rity: Avoid sinful sexual behavior and inappropria-te involvement. Resist temptation: “Among you there must not be even a hint of sexual immorality” (Ephesians 5:3a).
2. In Spiritual Formation: Earnestly seek the help of the Holy Spirit for guidance and spiritual growth. Be fai-thful to maintain a heart of devotion to the Lord. Be consistent and intent-ional in prayer and scrip-tural study: “Take captive every thought to make it obedient to Christ” (2 Corin-thians 10:5).
3. In Theology: Study the Bible regularly and carefully to und-erstand its me-ssage, and embrace bibli-cal doctrine. In forming theology, consider biblical teaching authoritative over all other sources.
4. In Professional Practice: Identify a Minister/Coun-selor who can provide per-sonal counseling and adv-ice when needed. Develop an awareness of personal needs and vulnerabilities. Avoid taking advantage of the vulnerabilities of others through exploit-ation or manipulation. Address the misconduct of another clergy member directly or, if necessary, through appropriate pers-ons to whom that member of the clergy may be acc-ountable.
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7. EMBRACE ACCOUNT-ABILITY

Be shepherds of God’s flock that is under your care, watching over them —not because you must, but because you are will-ing, as God wants you to be; not pursing dishonest gain, but eager to serve; not lording it over those entrusted to you, but be-ing examples to the flock (1 Peter 5:2-3).

1. In Finances: Promote accepted accounting pra-ctices and regular audits. Ensure that church funds are used for their intended ministry purposes.
2. In Ministry Responsibi-lities: Ensure clarity in au-thority structures, decis-ion-making procedures, position descriptions, and grievance policies.