Honest

Honest

The Lord detests lying lips, but he delights in people who are trustworthy.

Proverbs 12:22 NIV

The phrase “honesty is the best policy” can sound cheesy. But reality is our friend. Has it ever paid off in your life to be dishonest? Even when the truth hurts or consequences have to be paid, honesty will always beat spending energy covering up the truth. A life of integrity honors God and protects your peace. It allows you to be the same person in private as you are in public, not wondering if you need to cover your tracks. God deals with the real you because, at the end of the day, it’s just you and Him anyway.

Don’t let the enemy rob your joy or steal your rest. Humble yourself, be honest, and watch God handle it with His grace. Living in the light is the only way to have the energy, strength, and perseverance to run your race well. Because, at the end of the day, God loves and refines the real you, not the perception of you. Honesty is refreshing for you, for others, and certainly for your Heavenly Father who knows everything about you anyway. A life of integrity is the only kind of life worth living. Is there anything His grace can’t cover?

Thank you for reading Pastor Dale’s Mid-Week Encouragement. It’s not copyrighted so feel free to share it with someone who needs encouragement today. And, if you’re a regular attender of the Mt. Laurel Church of God, please consider reading Psalm 118 to get yourself ready to hear God’s message this coming Sunday, March 29, as we worship the King of kings and Lord of lords!

Called to know the Way, go the Way, and show you the Way,

^{Pastor Dale}

Pastor Dale (PD) and Pamela his wife are honored to serve the Mt. Laurel Church of God. If this Mid-Week Encouragement has helped you, perhaps it may encourage someone else. Feel free to share this message with anyone you choose. And if you'd like to receive PD's Mid-Week Encouragement, just send an email to (kingdomguy@gmail.com) and I'll accommodate your request.