No one appreciates a liar, not even other liars. Be honest in every word from your mouth;
speak the truth in all things. Avoid
exaggeration and embellishment; don’t make more (or less) of yourself or of a
given situation.
“He who speaks truth
tells what is right, but a false witness, deceit.” Proverb 12:17 (NASB)
You are who you are;
embrace yourself and allow others to accept you without surprise or
disappointment. Admit your faults when
needful; be accountable for your actions without reservation. Accept the consequences of your actions, good
and bad. Allow your successes and your failures
to mold and shape you into the person God intended you to be.
“Honesty is a direct reflection of your inner character.” ~ Kelli
Mahoney
We all desire to be
admired and respected. The people in
your life will respect and admire your honesty and will be drawn to your good
character.
“But
the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness,
faithfulness, gentleness, self-control; against such things
there is no law.” Galatians 5:22 (NASB)
A person who always speaks truthfully
does not have to try to remember what he has told someone as his story never
changes. A liar is unusually transparent
to others; no one has a memory good enough to hang onto various versions of
their story.
“For the Lord gives wisdom; from his mouth come
knowledge and understanding. He holds
success in store for the upright; he is a shield to those whose walk is
blameless, for he guards the course of the just and protects the way of his faithful
ones.” Proverb 2:6-8 (NIV)
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