Rosedale Bible College : Dean of Students : Resident Policies 2

Chapter 2: Values for Living

As a Christian Bible college we are committed to using the Scriptures as our final authority in every area of life. The Bible presents absolutes that are rooted in God s character; they are timeless and apply in all cultures and under all circumstances. These biblical absolutes help to direct our thinking and behavior. The Bible calls us to be transformed in Christ, loving all people and treasuring mercy, justice, and humility. The Bible also directs us to be full of the Holy Spirit, and to speak to one another with kindness and respect.

In addition to absolutes, the Bible is full of principles to guide our decision making and behavior. At RBC we are intentional about fostering a campus culture that is characterized by our love for Christ and others. This love expresses itself through the principles of holy living, purity in relationships, respect for peers and authority, and good stewardship of resources.

Holy Living:

One of the marks of a believer is the transforming work of the Holy Spirit leading us from sinfulness to holiness. Before God created the world it was His desire that we would become holy (Ephesians 1:4). To be holy means that we are no longer enslaved to all that is sinful, impure, and morally imperfect. Rather, in Christ, we are free to honor God with our life as we are filled with the fruit of the Holy Spirit—love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. As we surrender to the Lordship of Christ, we fulfill God's instruction to "be holy, because I am holy" (2 Peter 1:16).

Purity in Relationships:

In every relationship Christians should strive to maintain high standards for purity. The principle of purity governs not only our behavior, but also our thoughts and motives. At RBC we encourage you to examine your heart and the motives that affect your speech and behavior toward others. Ephesians 5:3 reminds us that "among you there must not be even a hint of sexual immorality, or of any kind of impurity, or of greed, because these are improper for God's holy people."

Respect for Peers and Authority:

Part of being a Christian is to live in peace and harmony with those around you. Second Peter 2:17, for example, tells us: “Show proper respect to everyone: Love the brotherhood of believers, fear God, honor the king.” Rosedale is a gathering place for people from many different backgrounds and perspectives. When you join the RBC community, we ask that you make it your ambition to respect all individuals, including those who are different from you. We also ask that you comply with RBC's community standards, even if they go beyond your personal preferences or convictions. Scriptures also instructs us to honor those in authority. Please respect the faculty and staff members, who are responsible for guiding and instructing you during your time at RBC.

Stewardship:

The principle of stewardship recognizes that everything we have is a gift from God, given to us for our enjoyment. In addition, God instructs us to use our resources to bless those around us by being generous and willing to share with those who are less fortunate (I Tim 6:17-19). In order for RBC to be a continued blessing to students we need to take care of the physical plant and other resources that God has given us. Please respect and care for the resources of the college and the belongings of your fellow students.





	S T U D E N T H A N D B O O K Chapter 2: Values for Living As a Christian Bible college we are committed to using the Scriptures as our final authority in every area of life. The Bible presents absolutes that are rooted in God s character; they are timeless and apply in all cultures and under all circumstances. These biblical absolutes help to direct our thinking and behavior. The Bible calls us to be transformed in Christ, loving all people and treasuring mercy, justice, and humility. The Bible also directs us to be full of the Holy Spirit, and to speak to one another with kindness and respect. In addition to absolutes, the Bible is full of principles to guide our decision making and behavior. At RBC we are intentional about fostering a campus culture that is characterized by our love for Christ and others. This love expresses itself through the principles of holy living, purity in relationships, respect for peers and authority, and good stewardship of resources. Holy Living: One of the marks of a believer is the transforming work of the Holy Spirit leading us from sinfulness to holiness. Before God created the world it was His desire that we would become holy (Ephesians 1:4). To be holy means that we are no longer enslaved to all that is sinful, impure, and morally imperfect. Rather, in Christ, we are free to honor God with our life as we are filled with the fruit of the Holy Spirit—love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. As we surrender to the Lordship of Christ, we fulfill God's instruction to "be holy, because I am holy" (2 Peter 1:16). Purity in Relationships: In every relationship Christians should strive to maintain high standards for purity. The principle of purity governs not only our behavior, but also our thoughts and motives. At RBC we encourage you to examine your heart and the motives that affect your speech and behavior toward others. Ephesians 5:3 reminds us that "among you there must not be even a hint of sexual immorality, or of any kind of impurity, or of greed, because these are improper for God's holy people." Respect for Peers and Authority: Part of being a Christian is to live in peace and harmony with those around you. Second Peter 2:17, for example, tells us: “Show proper respect to everyone: Love the brotherhood of believers, fear God, honor the king.” Rosedale is a gathering place for people from many different backgrounds and perspectives. When you join the RBC community, we ask that you make it your ambition to respect all individuals, including those who are different from you. We also ask that you comply with RBC's community standards, even if they go beyond your personal preferences or convictions. Scriptures also instructs us to honor those in authority. Please respect the faculty and staff members, who are responsible for guiding and instructing you during your time at RBC. Stewardship: The principle of stewardship recognizes that everything we have is a gift from God, given to us for our enjoyment. In addition, God instructs us to use our resources to bless those around us by being generous and willing to share with those who are less fortunate (I Tim 6:17-19). In order for RBC to be a continued blessing to students we need to take care of the physical plant and other resources that God has given us. Please respect and care for the resources of the college and the belongings of your fellow students.