Character: An Indispensable Key To Excellence

Reuben, you are my firstborn, My might and the beginning of my strength, The excellency of dignity and the excellency of power. Unstable as water, you shall not excel, Because you went up to your father’s bed; Then you defiled [it]— He went up to my couch (Genesis 49:3-4).

It’s important that you build up your character and mental structures, such that when your abilities and skills are required, you can be chosen.

Someone may have a great voice, yet be unable to make good music, simply because they aren’t trained and disciplined to make the most of their gift. Reuben’s character collided with his ability. He was the beginning of Jacob’s strength, and the excellence of his wisdom. But he was unstable; therefore, he wasn’t going to excel.

The Hebrew word for “unstable” is “Pachaz,” which means frothiness, to be restrained and undisciplined. Reuben was undependable. He had great ability to become influential and successful but his character wouldn’t let him!

The ability to take on more assignments because of your performance is an excellent character. That means, you’re dependable and when there is an innovation to be actualised, you come to the mind of many. But there are those who are never thought of to handle responsibilities because they aren’t dependable.

Become the best of you by cultivating the right attitude and character. Inside you are hidden treasures. There is something you possess that nobody else has. Find your place and be the best of that peculiar you.