Character Qualities (required memorization) for each belt:
(Taikyoku Shodan) Endurance vs. Giving Up The inward strength to withstand stress to accomplish God's best. "For when your faith is tested, your endurance has a chance to grow. So let it grow, for when your endurance is fully developed, you will be strong in character and ready for anything." - James 1:3-4
(Heian Shodan) Patience vs. Restlessness Accepting a difficult situation from God without giving him a deadline to remove it. "We also rejoice in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; perseverance, character; and character hope." - Romans 5:3-4
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