Anywhere I have a lack of character, I will cause conflict with people and attract distractions and difficulties. Being able to stand up under pressure and not give up without wavering establishes righteousness. Proven character happens when you have walked through difficulties without wavering or compromise. It is established when you don’t surrender the foundation of who you are and refuse to take the shortcut. This is true to the righteousness of God and this produces hope. This hope will keep you from ever being disappointed or ashamed.