No lying. That is from the Ten Commandments.
You
must not testify falsely against your neighbor. Exodus 20:16
Falsely testifying is lying…no matter who it is to.
Come,
my children, and listen to me, and I will teach you to fear the LORD. Does
anyone want to live a life that is long and prosperous? Then keep your
tongue from speaking evil and your lips from telling lies! Turn away from
evil and do good. Search for peace, and work to maintain it. The eyes of the
LORD watch over those who do right; his ears are open to their cries for help. Psalm 34:11-15 (underlined for
emphasis)
David wrote about liars and how he values goodness in those around him—friends
and servants.
I
will not tolerate people who slander their neighbors. I will not endure conceit
and pride. I will search for faithful people to be my companions. Only those
who are above reproach will be allowed to serve me. I will not allow deceivers
to serve in my house, and liars will not stay in my presence. Psalm 101:5-7
Joking is dangerous when it comes lying—it is a foolish action. Consider what a foolish thing it is to joke
about some things at an airport. No fooling around there. Jokes have a time and
place—but it is a fool who doesn’t choose those wisely.
There
is more hope for a fool than for someone who speaks without thinking. Proverbs 29:20
The eternal future is bright and hopeful for those who are honest and
upright. All the blameless will likely be right alongside these chosen ones in
Heaven.
Then
I saw the Lamb standing on Mount Zion, and with him were 144,000 who had his
name and his Father's name written on their foreheads. ... They have told no
lies; they are without blame. Revelation 14:1, 5
The liars of this world have a future without God.
But
cowards, unbelievers, the corrupt, murderers, the immoral, those who practice
witchcraft, idol worshipers, and all liars—their fate is in the fiery lake of
burning sulfur. This is the second death. Revelation 21:8
That fiery lake may seem brutal…but those liars who “joke” are warned.
Where are you headed?
Prayer ~ Lord Jesus, Declare
me innocent, O God! Defend me against these ungodly people. Rescue me from
these unjust liars. Psalm 43:1 Thank you, Lord, that my friends are honest.
Help all of us to be faithful to You and encouraging to each other.
Daily Bible Reading ~
Luke 19
Friday’s
Feast at the King’s Table
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| Tea Time |
Healthy eating is best and this is the time
of the year we focus on getting lots of antioxidants in our diet to ward off
colds and flu. I’ve been reading about the importance and benefits of drinking
green tea. The polyphenols in green tea inhibit infection by the influenza
virus, as well as fighting other bacteria. It is an amazing food since it also
promotes growth of beneficial bacteria in the intestines, contributes to oral
health, and reduces coronary heart disease. Studies done on people around the
world confirm that green tea is good for you.
Brew tea in fresh water that has come to a
boil. Green tea, as well as light herbal teas, should be brewed with water at
160 degrees Fahrenheit that has just come to a boil. Robust herbal teas and
oolong teas should have water at 180 to 195 degrees F. Heavy black teas and
roasted herbal teas need to have water that is at a rolling boil to release
their full flavor. Use one tea bag or a rounded teaspoon of loose tea, in a tea
ball or infuser, for each cup of tea brewed. Steep at least three to five
minutes to release the flavor and the antioxidants.
Utilize the used tea leaves for a facial scrub,
antifungal foot rub, smoking fuel for meats or plant food for your roses.
Nothing goes to waste.
Drink up! I’m about to have a second cup
this morning!
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text by Mickey M. Hunacek. All rights reserved.
All
scripture quoted from the New Living Translation (NLT) unless otherwise noted.
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