We all know the cliche "Honesty is the best policy" it is an old saying, but a very true. It is easier, more freeing, and it honors Christ when we live by the policy of pursuing honesty.
Living honestly means that you are not having to make a note of what you told Joe vs. what you told Susie. Lying is too much work! You have to remember what everyone knows and what they don't know. You have to lie to cover up the lie. Lying is ungodly because we serve an honest God and we are told to reflect Him. Plus, when we are busy keeping track of our lies we do not have the time to evangelize and serve the Lord.
After my rape I didn't tell anyone what happened. For years I lied through omission. I kept the truth from everyone. Yeah, people knew something was wrong, but they didn't know what. And that act hurt people that I love. It showed a lack of trust and faith. People may say I did what I had to do to get through, but that isn't true. I was being selfish in my pain and dishonest and it made things worse. Lies, whether it be a lie you tell or the truth you hold back when you shouldn't, are harmful and not just for the person who's pants are on fire. They hurt those around us. They cause a rift in the trust level.
It is easier to do it God's way, to pursue a life of honesty. If you are lying because you think people will like you more, they won't. It may seem like they do, but they are not liking the REAL you. No one can please everyone, all the time, so why get caught up in the bondage of falsehood?
Jesus promised that "the TRUTH shall set you free" and while He was talking about himself, He was also referring to pursuing truth in all its forms. Truth is the best way. It is a very godly pursuit and should be the mark of every Christian. Live truthfully and see how things change for the better. It may be hard at the beginning, if you are having to confess sins and lies, but cling to the promise of Christ and you will be free from the guilt, shame, fear, and stress that lies bring.
Pursue purity, pursue financial wisdom and purse an honest lifestyle.
-JLK-
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