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Episode 114: Whatever Happened to Character?

Episode 114: Whatever Happened to Character?

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In this episode of Peaceable and Kind, Derek Vreeland explores one of the greatest needs facing both the church and modern culture: the recovery of character. Reflecting on high-profile failures in business, politics, sports, and even the church, Derek argues that our culture has become increasingly willing to overlook a person's character so long as they achieve the desired results. Yet the Christian tradition has always understood that who we are matters more than what we accomplish. Drawing on the wisdom of Aristotle, Thomas Aquinas, and Alasdair MacIntyre, Derek introduces the historic Christian tradition of virtue ethics. Rather than focusing primarily on rules, consequences, or personal feelings, virtue asks a deeper question: What kind of person am I becoming? Christian discipleship is not simply about making better decisions but about becoming people whose hearts and habits are being transformed into the likeness of Jesus. The episode concludes with an invitation to recover the ancient vision of moral formation through the theological virtues of faith, hope, and love. By cooperating with the work of the Holy Spirit and practicing habits that cultivate Christlike character, we become the kind of people who instinctively love, forgive, serve, and live as Jesus did. Key Takeaways Character matters more than image, influence, or success. Virtue is the historic Christian framework for moral formation. Christian ethics asks not only, "What should I do?" but "Who am I becoming?" Aristotle's vision of human flourishing finds fulfillment in the abundant life Jesus offers. Habits shape character, and character shapes our instincts. The Holy Spirit transforms us as we actively participate in practices that cultivate virtue. Christian discipleship is about formation, not merely information. Books Mentioned Nicomachean Ethics — Aristotle Summa Theologiae — Thomas Aquinas After Virtue — Alasdair MacIntyre Scriptures Mentioned 1 Corinthians 13:13 John 10:10 Galatians 5:22–23 Has Peaceable and Kind been meaningful to you? Support the show by: Leaving a review Giving us a 5-star rating on your podcast app Sharing this episode with a friend Order Derek's new Bible Study Series, God in the Neighborhood: Book 1: Incarnation: 8 Lessons on How God Meets Us || https://amzn.to/42jSZAs Book 2: Crucifixion: 8 Lessons on How God Saves Us || https://amzn.to/459bNUk Book 3: Resurrection: 8 Lessons on How God Restores Us || https://amzn.to/40T0sp0 Check out the Merch Store: derekvreeland.com/merch Learn more about Derek’s work as a pastor and author: derekvreeland.com Interact with Derek on Instagram, Twitter, Bluesky, or Facebook
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