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Our Character: When Fads Fail and Truth Still Works

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Intro

Yo, let’s talk real talk—

Character ain’t trending… but it’s everything.

One minute the world wants bold.

Next minute? Be soft.

Then? Be savage. Unapologetic. Ruthless.

But God ain’t confused.

He’s not changing the standard just because culture is changing the filter.

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The real glow-up? Integrity.

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Let’s unpack why character still wins—even when popularity doesn’t.

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1: Trends Shift—But Truth Stands Still

The world will hype up personalities… then cancel ’em.

One day they love you, next day they don’t.

But God’s Word?

It’s the same yesterday, today, and forever.

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Proverbs 10:9 says:

“He who walks with integrity walks securely, but he who perverts his ways will become known.”

That means:

• Popularity fades—integrity endures.

• Fitting in today could mean falling apart tomorrow.

• What’s done in secret will come to light.

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Trendy fades. Truth doesn’t.

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2: Real Strength Is Quiet Strength

Let’s be honest—

Loud people get attention.

But humble people get results.

Discipline. Patience. Forgiveness.

These don’t make headlines, but they build legacy.

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Galatians 6:9 says:

“Let us not grow weary while doing good, for in due season we shall reap if we do not lose heart.”

That means:

• The character you’re building in private? It’s prepping you for what’s next.

• Don’t get tired of being solid just because it’s not shiny.

• The seeds you sow in quiet seasons will bloom in God’s timing.

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Hype shouts. Character shows up.

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3: God’s Looking at the Heart—Not the Hashtags

Everybody’s chasing image.

But God?

He’s watching what’s inside.

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1 Samuel 16:7 says:

“Man looks at the outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart.”

That means:

• God ain’t impressed with filters. He’s moved by faithfulness.

• Character is about how you treat people when no one’s watching.

• True strength isn’t about being seen—it’s about being stable.

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You weren’t created to be viral.

You were created to be valuable.

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Conclusion

Culture might move fast…

But wisdom walks slow.

And it lasts.

Don’t trade long-term growth for short-term attention.

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Because real character?

It ain’t performative—it’s transformative.

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Call to Action (CTA)

Next time you feel the pressure to look strong—

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Pause and ask:

Am I actually being strong?

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Let God shape your heart before you chase any spotlight.

He builds quietly—so you can stand boldly.

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What to Hold Onto

You don’t need applause to be solid.

You need truth, obedience, and a Spirit-led mindset.

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Because when fads fail,

God’s wisdom still works.

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Build your life on integrity.

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Speak life.

Stay grounded.

And have true character —not just for show.

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