Needing Light?
Prov. 1:2 “Their purpose is to teach people wisdom and discipline, to help them understand the insights of the wise. 3 Their purpose is to teach people to live disciplined and successful lives, to help them do what is right, just, and fair.”
The second bedrock of character is Discipline. Character is who you are when no one is watching. When you are alone in your room, in your office, in your car, in your solitary moment who you are is the weight of your character. Read the rest of this entry
About Character II
Ps.105:19 “Until the time came to fulfil his dreams, the Lord tested Joseph’s character.”
Today, we will continue in our study of Daniel 1:1-21 by asking more questions. I pray that as you engage, God Himself will grow and strengthen your courage and character.
About Character I
Ps.105:19 “Until the time came to fulfil his dreams, the Lord tested Joseph’s character.”
In yesterday’s devotional, we read Daniel 1:1-21. Today, we will go deeper in this study by asking seven questions. Your study of this portion of scripture will open up truths about courage to you.
Face The Fear II
Face The Fear I
Ps.105:19 “Until the time came to fulfil his dreams, the Lord tested Joseph’s character.”
We all are drawn to people that have character. I love people that have character and I am sure you do too. Think about this; who will you leave your child with?
Character
Prov. 11:5 (MSG) “Moral character makes for smooth traveling; an evil life is a hard life. 6 Good character is the best insurance; crooks get trapped in their sinful lust.”
An anonymous quote defines character as, “…who you are when no one is watching.” Examples of character would be, a woman that overcomes shyness to testify before God’s people that,
Who Are You?
2 Kings 5: 2 “…Aramean raiders had invaded the land of Israel, and among their captives was a young girl who had been given to Naaman’s wife as a maid. 3 One day the girl said to her mistress, “I wish my master would go to see the prophet… He would heal him of his leprosy.”
The world’s most pressing need after Jesus, is character. An anonymous quote says, “Character is who you are when no one is watching”. And I believe it is really apt.
Treat
Ps.92: 4 You thrill me, Lord, with all you have done for me! I sing for joy because of what you have done. 5 O Lord, what great works you do! And how deep are your thoughts.”
Giving praise is a privilege and not a duty. We should not approach thanksgiving as if it is a duty; just giving Him what He wants. Surprisingly, a lot of people thank God as if it is a duty.
Gains
Psa.105:1 “Give thanks to the Lord and proclaim his greatness. Let the whole world know what he has done.”
The value of a car three years after purchase, is not the same as when it was purchased. The reason is because the car has depreciated in value.
Rejoice!
Philip. 4:4 “Always be full of joy in the Lord. I say it again—rejoice! 6 Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank him for all he has done. 7 Then you will experience God’s peace…”
We always challenge people to take action because hearing the Word alone does not profit much. It is when you take action that it begins to profit you. Read the rest of this entry
