Content of Character

From ancient wisdom literature to Martin Luther King Jr's dream, the content of one's character is the legacy that matters most.

Whether you are considering how you want to spur on a graduate in a GoWell book, remind an engaged couple how their experience have prepared them more marriage in a JoinWell book, encourage a new parent in a RaiseWell book, celebrate a retirement in a FinishWell book, or capture a loved one's legacy they leave behind in a GrieveWell book, considering the character they showed, the virtues they lived or the fruits of the spirit they were blessed with is a great way to encourage one another. As you prepare to write a contribution to one of these EncourageWell keepsake books, or if you just want to find the perfect words for a note of encouragement, we wanted to provide you a resource to find the character, virtues or spiritual fruit they cultivated that you want to celebrate.

"As water reflects the face, so one's life reflects the heart." Proverbs 27:19

Below are lists you can use. Take a moment to think of the person you want to encourage or memorialize. Read these lists and take note of the character, virtues and fruits that jump off the page to you. Character

• Integrity: Being honest and having strong moral principles. 

• Resilience: The ability to bounce back from challenges and adversity. 

• Empathy: Understanding and sharing the feelings of others. 

• Kindness: Showing compassion and consideration towards others. 

• Courage: Facing difficult situations with bravery and confidence. 

• Humility: Being modest and not seeking attention or praise. 

• Dependability: Being reliable and trustworthy. 

• Adaptability: Being open to change and able to adjust in various situations. 

• Optimism: Maintaining a positive outlook on life and challenges. 

• Perseverance: Persisting in the face of difficulties and not giving up easily. 

• Gratitude: Appreciating and expressing thankfulness for what one has. 

• Self-discipline: Having control over one's actions and behaviors. 

• Patience: Remaining calm and composed in challenging situations. 

• Generosity: Being willing to share and help others. 

• Loyalty: Being faithful and committed to relationships and responsibilities. 

• Open-mindedness: Being receptive to new ideas and perspectives. 

• Self-awareness: Understanding one's own emotions, strengths, and weaknesses. 

• Tolerance: Accepting and respecting differences in others. 

• Creativity: Thinking outside the box and coming up with innovative ideas. 

• Responsibility: Taking ownership of one's actions and obligations. 
  

Virtue

• Integrity: Adherence to strong moral principles and honesty. 

• Honesty: Truthfulness and sincerity in words and actions. 

• Respect: Treating others with consideration and esteem. 

• Responsibility: Being accountable for one's actions and obligations. 

• Courage: Facing challenges with bravery and confidence. 

• Justice: Fairness and impartiality in dealing with others. 

• Compassion: Understanding and showing empathy towards others' suffering. 

• Generosity: Willingness to share and give without expecting anything in return. 

• Humility: Modesty and not seeking attention or praise. 

• Gratitude: Appreciation and thankfulness for what one has. 

• Patience: Maintaining calmness and tolerance in challenging situations. 

• Forgiveness: Letting go of resentment and granting pardon. 

• Loyalty: Faithfulness and commitment to relationships and responsibilities. 

• Self-discipline: Control over one's own actions and behaviors. 

• Kindness: Demonstrating compassion and consideration towards others. 

• Tolerance: Acceptance and respect for differences in others. 

• Wisdom: Sound judgment and the ability to make good decisions. 

• Courtesy: Politeness and good manners in social interactions. 

• Virtuousness: Living in accordance with moral and ethical principles. 

• Prudence: Exercising caution and good judgment in decision-making. 

Fruit of the Spirit

• Love: Unconditional, sacrificial affection and care for others. 

• Joy: A deep sense of happiness and contentment regardless of circumstances. 

• Peace: Inner calm and tranquility, as well as harmony with others. 

• Patience: Endurance and tolerance in the face of challenges or difficulties. 

• Kindness: Compassionate and considerate behavior towards others. 

• Goodness: Moral excellence and integrity in actions and character. 

• Faithfulness: Loyalty, trustworthiness, and steadfastness. 

• Gentleness: Humble and considerate behavior, even in moments of strength. 

• Self-control: Discipline over one's own impulses and desires.