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Character Before the Platform

Beloved of God, your character must come before your platform. A platform can introduce you to many people, but your character determines what they experience when they encounter you. God is not only interested in what you preach, teach, or prophesy; He is also concerned with who you are becoming while carrying the assignment.

Your character will either betray your calling or support it. You can have a powerful gift and still damage people through pride, dishonesty, anger, manipulation, or disrespect. Your calling should not only be heard through your words; it should be seen through your conduct. What does your behavior communicate about the Jesus you represent?

How you talk to people matters. How you treat those who cannot benefit your ministry matters. The way you respond when you are corrected, ignored, disappointed, or offended reveals the maturity behind your assignment. “A good name is rather to be chosen than great riches” (Proverbs 22:1). Your public ministry should never be stronger than your private character.

Before God increases your influence, allow Him to deepen your character. Learn to communicate with grace, correct with love, forgive sincerely, honor people, and handle authority responsibly. Do not use your calling as permission to mistreat people. If your assignment is to restore lives, your relationships should reflect restoration; if you are called to teach truth, your conduct should demonstrate truth.

Beloved of God, do not rush toward the platform while neglecting the person carrying the platform. Let your character become a faithful companion to your calling. Walk with Jesus, remain sensitive to the Holy Spirit, and allow God to shape your heart as He develops your influence. When your character supports your calling, your life becomes part of the message you were sent to preach.

Hope Expression Values You 
Apostle Prince Victor Matthew 

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