Develop the confidence to endure. Respond to rejection by learning whatever you can from it, but moving on. Never let rejection discourage you or cause you to quit. Ask God to give you the courage to choose to confidently follow His leading even when circumstances look bleak. Be on guard against discontent, discouragement, and depression. Whenever you confront them, pray for God to give you His perspective on the situation. Remind yourself often of the truth that God will do something special with your life if you will exercise faith in living out your purpose, no matter what.

Build strong character. Whenever you’re tempted to handle a situation your own way instead of God’s way, remember that: other people will be affected by your decision, some people will choose to follow your example, and God has a will concerning your actions. Ask God to strengthen your character so you can think and act wisely at all times, including when no one else is watching you. Decide that you will express God’s love to others – even to those who have hurt you – in all situations. Be willing to forgive. Live with integrity in all areas of your life so people will know they can trust you.

Keep others in mind. Seek to inspire and motivate people to live righteously themselves when they see your example. Consider what people will likely remember about you after you die. Keep your legacy in mind as you make daily decisions, recognizing that small choices now actually have big significance in the long run. Show people that you are willing to do the right thing even when it’s unpopular or difficult. Embrace what’s right even when the situation seems to indicate that your actions won’t matter. Surround yourself with friends of good character, realizing that they will influence you just as you will influence them. Make them your allies. Encourage each other, support each other, and hold each other accountable. Do your best to solve problems that matter to others; in the process, you’ll create partners who will also want to help create a better world. Join others in service work and work in teams, knowing that you can often accomplish more together than you would alone.