With genuine integrity before God and men I should be committed heartily to do what is right under the authority of the Lord Jesus Christ. The products of righteousness in life will bring glory and praise to God. When I am willing to do that which exalts God in every part of my daily life, God is honored. There are character traits that we should apply in order to “escape the corruption of this world.” When we add to faith virtue which is really excellence, spiritual intelligence and knowledge will then be manifested. Self-control and steadfastness in the things of God follows. Holy dignity leads to genuine affection for others, and Christian love is real. The qualities we should add to our lives are the products of righteousness that keeps us from being idle and barren in our lives.
When such a prayer is answered, God is glorified and praise goes to Him alone. This prayer is for all, not just a few, and when Christ is honored and God is glorified, grateful believers who love the Lord have the natural response of joy for His saving and keeping grace.
