People Of Integrity
Wednesday September 17, 2014
May integrity and uprightness protect me, because my hope, Lord, is in you. (Psalm 25:21 NIV)
What does integrity look like in our lives, our time, and in our city? People of integrity set a good example for the children and youth of society. We may think they don’t know when we cheat on taxes, take advantage of a customer or employer, lie to the boss, or misuse sick leave. They see more than we realize. Our misdeeds, whenever they are discovered, will cause our children to lose respect for us, or worse, to pattern their own actions and lives after ours.
People of integrity have the peace of a clear conscience. When we live according to the Word of God we experience a deep inner peace knowing that we have not violated our conscience or hurt someone else. We can be confident that when someone examines us, we will be proven innocent of wrongdoing. In contrast, when our lives lack moral wholeness, we live in constant fear of being “found out” as frauds.
“Whoever walks in integrity walks securely, but whoever takes crooked paths will be found out.” (Proverbs 10:9 NIV)
People of integrity are blessed by God. The person of integrity experiences the favor of God and His blessings. These flow down, even to the person’s children. “Even in darkness light dawns for the upright, for the gracious and compassionate and righteous man. Good will come to him who is generous and lends freely, who conducts his affairs with justice. A righteous man who walks in his integrity--how blessed are his sons after him.” (Psalm 112:4-5 NIV & Proverbs 20:7 NASB)
People of integrity gain the respect of others. Men and women of integrity can be depended upon. People look to them with trust and respect. Their neighbours speak highly of them and they are helpful in their community or place of work. Few things are more valuable than a good reputation.
A good name is more desirable than great riches; to be esteemed is better than silver or gold. (Proverbs 22:1 NIV)
Integrity is built over time as we diligently apply God’s teachings to the choices we make in life. The results of living with an undivided heart and being a vibrant witness for Jesus to the world around us are worth the effort.
The Lord leads with unfailing love and faithfulness all who keep his covenant and obey his demands. (Psalm 25:10 NLT)
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