Scripture:
The getting of treasures by a lying tongue is a fleeting vapor and a snare of death. (Proverbs 21:6)
Observation:
God is really concerned with how we go about gaining the things we get. God hates lying and it is an abomination to Him. He says that those who gain treasure by lying, are only collecting a vapor that will result in their death. And this death is not a physical death(even children of God will die physically), it is a death that ends in eternal hell. Lying is not a way of life for a child of God and we have no business lying to people about anything.
Application:
Being in sales, I need to remember this everyday! Salesmen are encouraged to lie all the time to sell products. The only way for me to keep a clear conscience is to be honest with my customers and my managers. But!! There are many times that I have failed in this. And there are many times that I have had to confess about doing something dishonestly. I have to guard myself against lying everyday. Being honest in my job shows that my trust is in the LORD and not my ability to make a quick buck.
Prayer:
Dear LORD, forgive me for the times that I have lied. Help me to remember your words and to keep my convictions. I pray for those who don't know you, that you would save them. In Jesus name, Amen!
P.S. If you have sinned against God by lying, and you don't know Jesus, I have good news! But first let me tell you that God will punish all sin on judgment day! All have sinned against God and God is holy and righteous. God will not just overlook sin on that day! Anyone found guilty will be cast into the lake of fire, hell! But here is the good news, 2,000 yrs ago, God became a man, Jesus Christ. He lived a perfect life, and was punished on the cross for your and my sins. He rose again on the 3rd day and will return for His people. The Bible says that God offers eternal life in heaven as a free gift! it's called GRACE! Please think about this! Turn from your sinful ways and put your faith In Jesus Christ! We can't please God by good works or church attendance, you can only receive the gift of eternal life by FAITH in Jesus Christ!
The getting of treasures by a lying tongue is a fleeting vapor and a snare of death. (Proverbs 21:6)
Observation:
God is really concerned with how we go about gaining the things we get. God hates lying and it is an abomination to Him. He says that those who gain treasure by lying, are only collecting a vapor that will result in their death. And this death is not a physical death(even children of God will die physically), it is a death that ends in eternal hell. Lying is not a way of life for a child of God and we have no business lying to people about anything.
Application:
Being in sales, I need to remember this everyday! Salesmen are encouraged to lie all the time to sell products. The only way for me to keep a clear conscience is to be honest with my customers and my managers. But!! There are many times that I have failed in this. And there are many times that I have had to confess about doing something dishonestly. I have to guard myself against lying everyday. Being honest in my job shows that my trust is in the LORD and not my ability to make a quick buck.
Prayer:
Dear LORD, forgive me for the times that I have lied. Help me to remember your words and to keep my convictions. I pray for those who don't know you, that you would save them. In Jesus name, Amen!
P.S. If you have sinned against God by lying, and you don't know Jesus, I have good news! But first let me tell you that God will punish all sin on judgment day! All have sinned against God and God is holy and righteous. God will not just overlook sin on that day! Anyone found guilty will be cast into the lake of fire, hell! But here is the good news, 2,000 yrs ago, God became a man, Jesus Christ. He lived a perfect life, and was punished on the cross for your and my sins. He rose again on the 3rd day and will return for His people. The Bible says that God offers eternal life in heaven as a free gift! it's called GRACE! Please think about this! Turn from your sinful ways and put your faith In Jesus Christ! We can't please God by good works or church attendance, you can only receive the gift of eternal life by FAITH in Jesus Christ!
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