Before I start with today's theme, I'd first like to say Happy Mothersday to all mothers. May God Bless You!
Lying
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The definition of lying is: deceitful, dishonest, false, fraudulent, misleading, treacherous,
untruthful.
God warns us against lying. We are not to lie to anyone.
Even little white lies to protect someone's feelings can compromise your faith. Remember that speaking and living the truth help those around us come to the Truth.
If we are lying, whether it is a big lie or telling what many people call white lies ", we hurt someone, including God, so we need to discontinue lying. Lies do NOT come in colors. A LIE IS A LIE. You don't sugar-coat lies. WRONG IS WRONG and there are no two ways about it. We need to pray that we will stop the lying. Not only are we being deceptive, we are placing ourselves in spiritual jeopardy. We need to pray that we are released from this endangerment. This will also take strength and action on our part.
untruthful.
God warns us against lying. We are not to lie to anyone.
Even little white lies to protect someone's feelings can compromise your faith. Remember that speaking and living the truth help those around us come to the Truth.
If we are lying, whether it is a big lie or telling what many people call white lies ", we hurt someone, including God, so we need to discontinue lying. Lies do NOT come in colors. A LIE IS A LIE. You don't sugar-coat lies. WRONG IS WRONG and there are no two ways about it. We need to pray that we will stop the lying. Not only are we being deceptive, we are placing ourselves in spiritual jeopardy. We need to pray that we are released from this endangerment. This will also take strength and action on our part.
God, Honesty and Truth
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Christ said that He is the Way, the Truth, and the Life. If Christ is Truth, then lying, is moving away from Christ. Being honest is about following in God's footsteps, for He cannot lie. If the Christian teen's goal is to become more God-like and God-centered, then honesty needs to be a focus.
Hebrews 6:18 - So God has given both His promise and His oath. These two things are unchangeable because it is impossible for God to lie.
Lying is a form of self- deception. When we lie and think no one will find out, we are only deceiving ourselves. We don't think our lie will be detected. (You always get caught!!!!)
Hebrews 6:18 - So God has given both His promise and His oath. These two things are unchangeable because it is impossible for God to lie.
Lying is a form of self- deception. When we lie and think no one will find out, we are only deceiving ourselves. We don't think our lie will be detected. (You always get caught!!!!)
Reveals our Character
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Honesty is a direct reflection of your inner character. Your actions are a reflection on your faith, and reflecting the truth in your actions is a part of being a good example. Learning how to be more honest will also help you keep a clear conscious and good character.
Character plays a big role in where you go in your life. Honesty is considered a characteristic. When you are faithful and honest, it shows. (Show me your heart and I will show you who you are)
Luke 16:10 - Whoever can be trusted with very little can also be trusted with much, and whoever is dishonest with very little will also be dishonest with much.
1 Timothy 1:19 - Cling to your faith in Christ, and keep your conscience clear. For some people have deliberately violated their consciences; as a result, their faith has been shipwrecked.
People who are dishonest start to believe their own lies, and then they have deceived themselves. Soon they begin to lose the capability to tell the difference between the truth and a lie. Sometimes a person wants to impress or please others. Sometimes people lie to themselves trying to make themselves look good to others.
We see how their integrity is lost. Before long the liar's life is wrapped up in lies. Our lies will separate us from God. Think of the damage that will be done to all of our relationships. Honesty will win out in the long run.
Character plays a big role in where you go in your life. Honesty is considered a characteristic. When you are faithful and honest, it shows. (Show me your heart and I will show you who you are)
Luke 16:10 - Whoever can be trusted with very little can also be trusted with much, and whoever is dishonest with very little will also be dishonest with much.
1 Timothy 1:19 - Cling to your faith in Christ, and keep your conscience clear. For some people have deliberately violated their consciences; as a result, their faith has been shipwrecked.
People who are dishonest start to believe their own lies, and then they have deceived themselves. Soon they begin to lose the capability to tell the difference between the truth and a lie. Sometimes a person wants to impress or please others. Sometimes people lie to themselves trying to make themselves look good to others.
We see how their integrity is lost. Before long the liar's life is wrapped up in lies. Our lies will separate us from God. Think of the damage that will be done to all of our relationships. Honesty will win out in the long run.
God's Desire
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While your honesty level is a reflection of your character, it is also a way to show your faith. In the Bible, God made honesty one of his commandments. Since God cannot lie, He sets the example for all of His people. It is God's desire that we follow that example in all that we do.
Exodus 20:16 - You shall not give false testimony against your neighbor.
Exodus 20:16 - You shall not give false testimony against your neighbor.
Keeping your Faith strong
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Being honest is not always easy. As Christians we know how easy it is to fall into sin. Therefore, you need to work at being truthful and faithful. The world does not give us easy situations, and sometimes we need to really work hard to keep our eyes on God in order to find the answers. Being honest can sometimes hurt (but not as much as the lies), but knowing that you are following what God wants for you, will make you more faithful in the end.
Honesty is also not just how you speak to others, but also how you speak to yourself. While humility and modesty is a good thing, thinking too highly of yourself is a sin. Thus, it is important for you to find a balance of knowing your blessings and shortcomings so you can continue to grow.
Proverbs 11:3 - Honesty guides good people; dishonesty destroys treacherous people.
Romans 12:3 - Because of the privilege and authority God has given me, I give each of you this warning: Don’t think you are better than you really are. Be honest in your evaluation of yourselves, measuring yourselves by the faith God has given us.
Honesty is also not just how you speak to others, but also how you speak to yourself. While humility and modesty is a good thing, thinking too highly of yourself is a sin. Thus, it is important for you to find a balance of knowing your blessings and shortcomings so you can continue to grow.
Proverbs 11:3 - Honesty guides good people; dishonesty destroys treacherous people.
Romans 12:3 - Because of the privilege and authority God has given me, I give each of you this warning: Don’t think you are better than you really are. Be honest in your evaluation of yourselves, measuring yourselves by the faith God has given us.
Satan, the devil, is a liar and the father of lies
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(For the liar/sinner) - You are of your father the devil, and the desires of your father you want to do. He was a murderer from the beginning, and does not stand in the truth, because there is no truth in him. When he speaks a lie, he speaks from his own resources, for he is a liar and the father of it. John 8:44
Psalm 101:7 - He who works deceit shall not dwell within my house; He who tells
lies shall not continue in my presence
Psalm 101:7 - He who works deceit shall not dwell within my house; He who tells
lies shall not continue in my presence
Some Bible verses
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Leviticus 19:11 - Do not steal. "'Do not lie." 'Do not deceive one another.
Proverbs 12:22 - The LORD detests lying lips, but he delights in men who are truthful.
Proverbs 12:22 - The LORD detests lying lips, but he delights in men who are truthful.
A little something my mom always said:
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Just remember my angel, God gave mothers eyes all over. And if you lie, the birds will come and tell on you. So rather tell the truth – it will set you free.
That is so true. The truth does set you free. Never lie to anyone. It just hurts everyone involved in that lie you created. And that is scars that can never be fixed.
That is so true. The truth does set you free. Never lie to anyone. It just hurts everyone involved in that lie you created. And that is scars that can never be fixed.
Movie to Watch
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Flywheel - How the truth sets you free