God created man and woman after His own image, and part of being in His image is that we are to reflect His character. However, sin marred that image in us and distorted that character. Reflecting the heart, wisdom, and nature of God is the goal of everyone who seeks to be a godly man.
The first step in becoming a godly man is to surrender to the lordship of Jesus Christ, to become a servsnt. Anyone can learn rules, follow laws, and judge themselves harshly. Many false religions require that of their subjects. But we cannot become godly without the Holy Spirit empowering us to do so in suichan ungodly world. Godliness is more than external behaviors; it is the continual seeking after God’s heart