The Right Thing To Do

Nashville, Tennessee
Given by Ted Japhet
June 20, 2026

In this message, Ted Japhet explains that God’s government begins with learning to govern ourselves. Rather than obeying only because of reward or punishment, Christians are called to mature into people who do the right thing because it is right. Using biblical examples from Deuteronomy, Matthew, 1 Peter, Luke, Ephesians, and Proverbs, he highlights the importance of self-control, honest speech, reconciliation, patience, kindness, forgiveness, and love toward others. The message encourages listeners to slow down, avoid impulsive or emotional decisions, pray for God’s guidance, and ask, “Is this the right thing to do?”