My Core Values In Making Decisions

Core values that influence making decisions
My first core value is that what I create must align with scripture. Scripture is infallible in the sense that its authority and power come from the Holy Spirit who is God. Because it is inspired by the spirit is lets the reader become more like God by knowing him. Further, scripture is completely true because it was inspired by God who cannot and will not lie. Thus, programs that are based on scripture expose others the only full truth that exists. With this knowledge, it is the utmost importance that my ministry decisions line up with scripture. Specifically, I must make films that I convey biblical truths. Otherwise, I am depriving individuals of truly knowing their creator. For example, if I made a film that endorsed Buddhist theology, I would be promoting a worldview foreign to what is true. Thus, I would be responsible for leading people away from Christ. In the end, whatever decisions I make must be rooted in the word of God.
My second value is being guided by the spirit in making decisions. This comes from taking the time to actually listen to what he tells me to do. I can hear the Spirit through prayer, devotional reading, or from the teaching of …show more content…
According to Ortberg, "Humility has to do with submitted willingness. It involves healthy self-forgetfulness." In other words, humility is about being willing to obey God and focusing on others. By doing this I would be modeling Jesus’s servant nature, which is the true representation of God. By having a servant attitude, my ministry will be about benefiting others with rather than finishing tasks. For instance, in shooting a video, I should focus on serving the actors and crew, rather than getting the final product of the movie complete. In this way, I will be valuing my coworkers, more than my own success. Humility, then, helps me become more focused on other individuals by operating as a