Character Traits

Alertness

Being aware of what is taking place around.

Attentiveness

Showing the worth of a person or task by giving undivided concentration.

Availability

Making own schedule and priorities secondary to the wishes of those being served.

Benevolence

Giving to others basic needs without the motivation for acquiring personal rewards.

Boldness

Confidence that what is said or done is true, right, and just.

Cautiousness

Knowing how important right timing is in accomplishing right actions.

Compassion

Investing whatever is necessary to heal the hurts of others.

Contentment

Realizing that true happiness does not depend on material conditions.

Creativity

Approaching a need, a task, or an idea from a new perspective.

Decisiveness

The ability to recognize key factors and finalize difficult decisions.

Deference

Limiting freedom so as not to offend the tastes of others.

Dependability

Fulfilling what is consented to do, even if it means unexpected sacrifice.

Determination

Purposing to accomplish right goals at the right time, regardless of the opposition.

Diligence

Investing time and energy to complete each task assigned.

Discernment

Understanding the deeper reasons why things happen.

Discretion

Recognizing and avoiding words, actions, and attitudes that could bring undesirable consequences.

Endurance

The inward strength to withstand stress and do the best.

Enthusiasm

Expressing joy in doing and accomplishing each task.

Faith

Confidence that actions rooted in good character will yield the best outcome, even when it's not personally observed.

Flexibility

Willingness to change plans or ideas according to the direction of the authorities.

Forgiveness

Clearing the record of those who have wronged and not holding a grudge.

Generosity

Carefully managing resources to be capable of freely giving to those in need.

Gentleness

Showing consideration and personal concern for others.

Gratefulness

Letting others know by one's words and actions how they have benefited one's life.

Honor

Respecting those in leadership because of the higher authorities they represent.

Hospitality

Cheerfully sharing food, shelter, or conversation to benefit others.

Humility

Acknowledging that achievement results from the investment of others in one's life.

Initiative

Recognizing and doing what needs to be done before being asked to do it.

Joyfulness

Maintaining a good attitude, even when faced with unpleasant conditions.

Justice

Taking personal responsibility to uphold what is pure, right, and true.

Loyalty

Using difficult times to demonstrate commitment to those being served.

Meekness

Yielding personal rights and expectations with a desire to serve.

Obedience

Quickly and cheerfully carrying out the direction of the superior.

Orderliness

Arranging self and surroundings to achieve greater efficiency.

Patience

Accepting a difficult situation without giving a deadline to remove it.

Persuasiveness

Guiding vital truths around another's mental roadblocks.

Punctuality

Showing esteem for others by doing the right thing at the right time.

Resourcefulness

Finding practical uses for that which others would overlook or discard.

Responsibility

Knowing and doing what is expected.

Security

Structuring one's life around that which cannot be destroyed or taken away.

Self-Control

Rejecting wrong desires and doing what is right.

Sensitivity

Perceiving the true attitudes and emotions of others.

Sincerity

Eagerness to do what is right with transparent motives.

Thoroughness

Knowing what factors will diminish the effectiveness of one's work or words if neglected.

Thriftiness

Allowing oneself and others to spend only what is necessary.

Tolerance

Realizing that everyone is at varying levels of character development.

Truthfulness

Earning future trust by accurately reporting past facts.

Virtue

The moral excellence evident in one's life as constantly doing what is right.

Wisdom

Seeing and responding to life situations from a perspective that transcends current circumstances.