Building Character

Proverbs 9:12 (NLT)  If you become wise, you will be the one to benefit. If you scorn wisdom, you will be the one to suffer.

You might recognize this verse from yesterday’s devotional, but I am drawn to its significance. 

To me it says quite simply that you alone are responsible for your own character.  No one can build your character for you; you must build it yourself through your responses to life’s situations.  No one can loan you their character; it belongs to them.  You cannot lend your character to anyone else; it is your identification.  If you choose the wisdom of God, others will notice your good character.  If you choose folly, you alone will be the ultimate loser.

Proverbs 9:10 (NIV)  The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom, and knowledge of the Holy One is understanding.

 

Gracious Heavenly Father, our LORD God Almighty,

Guide us in Your wisdom so our good character might be a witness for You.

In the Name of Jesus Christ, our LORD and Savior, Amen.

 

The devotion Building Character was originally written for Sunday, April 17, 2016; for Maranatha Devotional Guide, an Advent Christian Publication https://acgc.us   As the original author of this devotion, I reserve the right to update and share it on my current devotional blog Write From My Heart at https://writefrommyheartblog.blogspot.com

Email: Dotty Willmon, writefrommyheartblog@gmail.com

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