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DEVELOPING CHARACTER FOR PERSONAL
AND COOPERATE SUCCESS
CHARACTER MATTERS: TRUTHS ABOUT
CHARACTER
MICHAEL ENDWELL
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Copyright © 2017 by Michael Endwell.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION
CHAPTER ONE: WHAT IS CHARACTER?
CHAPTER TWO: THE FUNDAMENTAL TRUTH
ABOUT CHARACTER
CHAPTER THREE: ATTRIBUTES OF A GODLY
CHARACTER...
CHAPTER FOUR: AREAS TO EXERCISE
DISCIPLINE
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INTRODUCTION
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CHAPTER ONE
WHAT IS CHARACTER?
Character is who you are when no one is watching
or in the dark. For example, if your name is
mentioned among a group of people, what people
know you for is your character.
For example, when we hear the name Jesus Christ,
we know him as the savior of the world. The
question now is, if your name is mentioned now,
what do people know you as? What will people say
you are?
Have you ever wondered why alphabets and
numbers are called characters? It's because they
don't change. In the morning, the letter A will still
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be letter A, even at night. In China, one will still be
one. They don't change with the weather or with
time. They are predictable and that is why they are
called characters.
The question now is, how often do you change? Are
you predictable? A lot of us cannot be predicted, not
even by our spouses. You must get to a point where
your spouse can say;
"If you go to where my husband or wife is now, she
is doing this, and when we get there, he is actually
doing that."
Character implies that your "yes" should be "yes"
and your "no" should be "no." Character can make
or break you!
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One day, I spoke to my boss about wanting to learn
to drive. He agreed and said I should use his car to
learn. He told me to ask one of his daughters in the
Lord who knows how to drive to take me to a park
to teach me.
One faithful Sunday, I went for the car keys after
church service so I can learn. When I got to his
office, he gave me the keys but asked me to go with
his daughter. When I went to the lady that was
supposed to teach me, she was busy.
I decided to try it out myself. I remembered that he
had explained how things worked with the car and I
was motivated to do it because he told me no one
taught him how to drive and he learned it himself.
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As you would predict, I entered the car and drove. I
drove as someone who has never driven a car
before, but I was smart enough not to scratch the
car. When I came back, his daughter told him I
drove the car alone. After he heard that, he called
me into his office and told me something no one has
ever told me before and till date, that statement still
echoes in my mind and it is helping me make proper
decisions.
He told me I cannot be trusted again. It was a
painful statement to hear, but what kept me going
was when I remembered I can pass on the
experience to others.
Beware!
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I want you to beware of this. One poor decision or
error in judgment can destroy all you have worked
for or built in years. You must be careful before you
make decisions.
Don't decide before you consult, consult before you
decide. I would have avoided a lot if I had consulted
him or the daughter before I tried it on my own.
But I tried without consulting.
The trust I lost that Sunday was what I have built
for more than 2 years of hard work, service, and
dedication.
He may not have meant what he said, but he
damaged me psychologically.
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As I sit behind my computer to share this painful
experience with you, I am sharing it with a lot of
pain in my heart. To be honest, if I had another
chance, I would do better.
The only joy I have now is that I am at least sharing
the experience with you, so you can learn from it
too.
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CHAPTER TWO
THE FUNDAMENTAL TRUTH ABOUT
CHARACTER
1. IT IS A MATTER OF THE HEART:
To experience success we must apply Godly character.
The root of character is the heart.
Mark 7:21-23: “For from within, out of the heart
of man, come evil thoughts, sexual immorality,
theft, murder, adultery,
Coveting, wickedness, deceit, sensuality, envy,
slander, pride, foolishness.
All these evil things come from within, and they
defile a person.”
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This means you cannot change your character
unless you change what is on the inside. Whatever
is displayed outside begins from within.
Your thoughts determine your feelings, your
feelings determine your actions, and your actions
determine your habits. Until the inside is taken care
of, the outside cannot be changed.
Your character is a function of what goes on inside,
so when you make the inside clean, the outside will
also be clean.
IT IS YOUR TRUE BEAUTY:
True beauty is not found in shoes, clothes, make-up,
or physical appearance. True beauty is found in
one's character. To lack character is like being
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"naked." Imagine a pretty young lady that is known
for stealing. She may be physically attractive, but
her character of stealing disqualifies her, making her
beauty useless.
Therefore, your true beauty is your character.
I want you to know that a lot of marriages fail today
because of character.
Don't say you are beautiful or handsome based on
your looks if you lie. You are as ugly as anything
and if you are a liar, your marriage will not last.
CHARACTER IS NOT A GIFT, IT IS
CULTIVATED:
Character is not a gift, it is cultivated. You must
consciously cultivate your character because it
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determines your lasting success. It is important to
actively work on developing and building a strong
character.
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CHAPTER THREE
ATTRIBUTES OF A GODLY CHARACTER...
1. HONESTY:
Honesty is an important attribute of a godly
character. It is being truthful and straightforward,
not cheating or lying.
Honesty is important for building trust with others,
and without it, respect can be lost.
The scripture says in 2 Corinthians 8:20-21;
"Providing for honest things, not only in the
sight of the Lord but also in the sight of men."
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Honesty means not only being truthful in the eyes of
God, but also in the eyes of others. Practice honesty
as a lifestyle, not just a pretense.
2. DISCIPLINE:
Discipline is another important attribute of a godly
character. It involves bringing oneself under a law,
having self-control and being willing to take orders.
This attribute affects all aspects of life, from
punctuality to duty. Consider what the bible says in
1 Corinthians 6:1;
"Dare any of you, having a matter against
another, go to law before the unjust, and not
before the saints?"
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This verse highlights the importance of discipline in
dealing with conflicts, and how it helps us to handle
them in a godly manner.
Discipline is crucial for self-improvement and
growth and it's an important aspect in maintaining a
godly character.
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CHAPTER FOUR
AREAS TO EXERCISE DISCIPLINE
TIME:
Time is a precious resources. It is important to
respect it by disciplining yourself. Learn to manage
your time effectively and make the most out of each
moment.
Set goals, create a schedule and stick to it. Avoid
procrastination and meet deadlines. Remember,
time waits for no one.
MONEY:
Money management is an important aspect of
discipline. Have a budget, stick to it and avoid
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overspending. Plan your finances and use money for
the purpose it was intended for. Avoid impulse
buying and save for future expenses.
SLEEP:
Getting enough sleep is essential for good health
and productivity, but it is also important to be
disciplined with sleep. Avoid oversleeping.
No successful man sleeps too much. All successful
men don’t sleep too much. Be disciplined with
sleep, don’t sleep anyhow.
A little sleep, a little slumber, a little folding
of the hands to rest— and poverty will come
on you like a thief and scarcity like an armed
man. - Proverbs 6:10-11
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If you check well, you will observe that poor people
sleep too much. They are not poor because they
don’t have money; they are poor because of their
mentality.
You may not have cash in your pocket but your
mentality is not poor. Poverty has to do with the
mind.
Have a consistent sleep schedule and get enough
rest to keep your mind and body functioning at their
best.
APPETITE:
Disciplining your appetite is important for
maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Avoid overeating
and eat a balanced diet. Portion control and mindful
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eating can help you avoid overeating and maintain a
healthy weight.
DISCIPLINE IN SEX:
Having discipline in your sexual life is important
for maintaining a healthy relationship. Avoid using
sex as a tool for punishment or manipulation.
Communicate openly with your partner about what
you both want and need.
Hear this:
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Husband, your wife is not a machine.
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Wife your husband is not a machine.
Some of us are not disciplined with sex. Sex is for
enjoyment, not for punishment.
Too much sex makes the brain dull. Satisfy your
wife or husband but discipline your sex life.
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Note:
It's important to note that discipline is not about
being strict or restrictive, but rather it's a way of
living that allows us to make the best out of our
lives and reach our goals. Find a balance and to
practice self-control in all areas of our lives.
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CONCLUSION
Myles Munroe says and I quote him.
No one should think they are too smart or too
safe to avoid the consequences of a lack of
character.
“Character is the number one plague of
leadership today.
Character is the most important balance for
leadership.
Character is like a personal alarm system that
protects you from breaking and violating your
convictions and value system” he says.
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