Morality is the code of conduct by which we determine principles of right and wrong. The moral system of Christ addresses the intellect of humans.

Without divine direction man is unable to provide a code of conduct that meets all needs, of all people, for all time (Jeremiah 10:23). Nothing in the history of mankind has come remotely near the revealed moral code of Jesus. John Locke correctly said: "To give a man full knowledge of true morality, I would send him to no other book than the New Testament."

We are to imitate Christ (1 Corinthians 11: 1). His life is an example of Godliness, holiness and purity (Titus 2:12; 1 Peter 1:15-16; 1 John 3:3; Matthew 5:8). As the offspring of God (Hebrews 12:9), we have a common origin, face similar problems and the same destiny in that we will all be judged by the same standard. Jesus' code of right conduct is universal and age lasting.

Jesus' system of morality is based on two great fundamentals - love God with all your heart, soul, strength, and mind, and love thy neighbor as thyself (Luke 10:27).

The morality of Jesus views people as essentially good, but still requires self-control and sacrifice (Colossians 3:5-10; Galatians 2:20). We are weak and temptation is sometime strong, and we therefore must dominate the flesh for the good that is in us to prevail.

The moral code of Jesus Christ has stood the test of time. Men of every nation and rank have praised its grandeur. No other code has equaled its power to reform and elevate mankind and nations. It is as relevant today as when first given because it came from heaven. Its heavenly origin presupposes an author of unlimited knowledge, totally just, right and good, therefore with the Psalmist David and the spiritual song we can sing: