Zeal
Have you ever been carried away by passion for a cause? When you are so moved, you can hardly sit still; you just want to go out and do something - that's zeal. As with all positive attributes, God is also our model for zeal. It is because of his zeal for righteousness (see Righteous) that God must punish sin. It is because of God's passionate love for people that he made the ultimate sacrifice to draw us to himself. We should have the same unquenchable drive for the things that God desires.

We need to be sure, however, that our zeal is not misdirected. If we are faithful in studying God's Word and letting his Spirit interpret it for us, God will give us a passion for the things he loves.

We should be careful that our zeal is not misplaced. Our passion should be based on God's truth. Our zeal should be as intelligent and informed as possible.
Proverbs 19:2
John 5:39-40
Romans 10:1-4
Galations 4:17-18
We should serve God with enthusiasm and diligence.
Proverbs 21:5
Romans: 12:11
1 Timothy 4:15-16
Hebrews 6:10-12
God is zealous for justice, for his people and for his honor.
Numbers 25:10-13
2 Kings 19:30
Isaiah 26:10-12
John 2:13-17