It’s not an accident

“No good tree bears bad fruit, nor does a bad tree bear good fruit. Each tree is recognized by its own fruit…The good man brings good things out of the good stored up in his heart…” Luke 6:43-45a

Have you ever wondered why you said what you did? Maybe, why you reacted to a situation that way? It’s not an accident. You are who you are. The things you say and the way you act…especially in high pressure situations…come out of the heart. You can only wear the mask for so long. Eventually…you come out.

I think that’s why it’s so important to build character. It’s really easy to be promoted and moved up the chain of command based on your skills. But, the wise leader promotes based on character. Skills can only go so far. Character will always last. Why…because it is deep.

What you build inside is VERY important. Everyday we faces situations, moments, tests…how you react and what you do with these moments define who you become. What you do in the quiet moments shape your heart. The things you do when no one else is watching begin to mold you.

Don’t be fooled…the everyday, mundane moments…the details, the small things…these will make you. Take time to prepare. Make time to build the inside. What comes out of your overflow will make a difference. What kind of influence you have depends on the character of your heart.

What do you guys think? Do you agree? What things define us? How are you preparing?