10.26.08 The Liar, Proverbs 26

Have you ever been lied to? No one likes to be lied to. Yet, lying is in our nature. Truth telling is something that has to be modeled, reinforced, followed up, rewarded, and encouraged. Our tendency is to believe a lie or substitute a lie for the truth.

The truth is reinforced in the 10 commandments, upheld by Jesus on the cross, and retold in the bible. We are required to swear-in in court, present "truth-in-advertising", "take an oath of office" in service to the country, or commit in marriage. Our children require the truth. When times get tough, the truth may flee.

Fortunately, we have a God who separates us from the liar and the father of lies. He forgives, refreshes, reinforces, upholds, and keeps our integrity for his purposes.


"Sheep" by Animal Couch

Proverbs 26:4 - "Do not answer a fool according to his folly, or you will be like him yourself."

"God gave us two ears and one tongue". I have often heard this wonderful saying. My tendency is to speak when I should be silent. A great reminder to avoid foolish discussions.

Proverbs 26:29 - "A lying tongue hates those it hurts, and a flattering mouth works ruin."

A flattering mouth is just as bad as a lying tongue. To flatter someone is to go overboard with the praise and to be in-sincere - "To lay it on thick."

On Mission, On Assignment, and in the ZONE!

Andy Valadez
e-mail: andy@marketingdynamics.org