Readings in Proverbs
Proverbs – Day 17
Day 17: Dishonesty – part 1 The Bible gives us many examples of dishonesty, such as Jacob’s sons comforting him when he thought that Joseph was dead, whilst the whole […]
Day 17: Dishonesty – part 1
The Bible gives us many examples of dishonesty, such as Jacob’s sons comforting him when he thought that Joseph was dead, whilst the whole time they knew that he had been sold, alive, to Egypt (Gen. 38:35). Dishonesty is an abomination to the LORD as it goes against His holy character.
The ninth commandment says, “You shall not bear false witness against your neighbour (Deut. 5:20).” So too, the Lord Jesus warned us not to take an oath by anything in heaven or earth. He said, “Let what you say be simply ‘Yes’ or ‘No’; anything more than this comes from evil (Matt. 5:37).” In contrast, those who “wink the eye” are up to no good and cannot be trusted (Prov. 10:10). Truth is eternal; dishonesty will perish (Prov. 12:19). In the Parable of the Soils, the good soil consists of those who hearing the word, “hold it fast in an honest and good heart (Luke 8:15).” May we be that good soil.
Whoever winks the eye causes trouble, and a babbling fool will come to ruin.
– Prov. 10:10
A false balance is an abomination to the Lord, but a just weight is his delight.
– Prov.11:1
The wicked earns deceptive wages, but one who sows righteousness gets a sure reward.
– Prov. 11:18
Those of crooked heart are an abomination to the Lord, but those of blameless ways are his delight.
– Prov. 11:20
Whoever speaks the truth gives honest evidence, but a false witness utters deceit.
– Prov. 12:17
Truthful lips endure forever, but a lying tongue is but for a moment.
– Prov. 12:19
Deceit is in the heart of those who devise evil, but those who plan peace have joy.
– Prov. 12:20
Lying lips are an abomination to the Lord, but those who act faithfully are his delight.
– Prov.12:22
The righteous hates falsehood, but the wicked brings shame and disgrace.
– Prov. 13:5
A faithful witness does not lie, but a false witness breathes out lies.
– Prov. 14:5
Father of Truth, we twist the truth and turn things to suit us, and the ease with which we do that must alarm us.
Holy Spirit please do not let us get our own way, but convict our minds, even though it cause us to feel ashamed.
Please forgive us and help us live lives that turn away from dishonesty. We desire to live honestly before You and others.
In Jesus’ Name, Amen.
– Graham Barnes
