1st Timothy 3: 2 A bishop then must be blameless, the husband of one wife, vigilant, sober, of good behavior, given to hospitality, apt to teach; 3 Not given to wine, no striker, not greedy of filthy lucre; but patient, not a brawler, not covetous; 4 One that rules well his own house, having his children in subjection with all gravity.
Christians are encouraged, in both the old and new Testaments to behave ourselves in a becoming manner, for we are a spectacle unto the world, unto Angels and unto men, and therefore, it is a sacred and moral duty to do our best to live as though we are representatives of the kingdom.
However, true conversion goes much deeper than mere good behavior, for the work that God desires to do in our hearts, is to entirely uproot the old man with all of its baggage, and then replace it with an entirely new heart and mind that’s aligned with God so that The Spirit of God may dwell on the throne of our hearts continually.
The problem with persons behaving well without being converted is that they can flip in an instant when the right set of circumstances converge. Even though the Bible repeatedly states that David was well- behaved, there were times when persons would touch a raw nerve, and a different individual would emerge from the shadows.
Romans 12:17 Recompense to no man evil for evil. Provide things honest in the sight of all men. 18 If it be possible, as much as lies in you, live peaceably with all men.
May The Lord add His blessing to the study of His word. God bless!