Bible Quote by Witness Lee
““Whereas our words represent our person, our character is our very person. A person’s usefulness, the things which can be entrusted to him, the responsibilities he can bear, and the things he is able to accomplish altogether depend on his character. A carpenter determines the use of a piece of wood based on its quality. Laziness ruins one’s usefulness. Accordingly, character has very much to do with the Lord’s service. Consider those persons in the Bible whom God used. They were used by God because they possessed a character that was fit for His use. Their character was simply their person. They became persons useful to God because their character could be used by Him. Since Abraham, Moses, and Paul all had an excellent character, God greatly used them. The destiny of our usefulness to the Lord hinges on our character. Whether we are useful before God depends upon the suitability of our human character.””
About This Quote
Source Sermon: The Character of a Servant, Witness Lee, 1978
Character defines a person’s value and capacity to serve God; it determines trustworthiness, responsibility, and usefulness, like quality determines a carpenter’s work.
In simple terms: Character decides how useful you are to God.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate strong character for divine service.
Themes
character
service
trustworthiness
responsibility
usefulness
Mood
reflective
determined
hopeful
Type
spiritual
inspirational
educational
When to use this quote
- church leadership
- personal growth
- mission work
- daily decisions
Key Concepts
spiritual integrity
moral quality
biblical examples
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you assess and improve your character daily?
- What habits reflect a character fit for service?
A Different Perspective
Character alone does not guarantee success; external circumstances also matter.
