A Thought for Today

August 28, 2008

I once asked someone who was interested in politics if they thought a person in the political arena could make absolute truth the rule for their life? I really don't remember their answer, but I'm personally not sure it is possible. However, this does not apply only to politicians, it is a question for all people. It seems that a lie is a standard response for people in many situations. We call it a fib, or a little white lie, or stretching the truth. I don't even like lying to conceal a birthday party. We justify it in many ways as necessary for another's good, or for getting us out of a tough situation. But it is still a lie, and something God hates. "Lying lips are an abomination to the LORD, but those who deal faithfully are His delight." (Proverbs 12:22) Speaking the truth is a hard rule to keep in one's life, but it is a necessary one to strive for. It is one that is pleasing to God, and one that will not come back to hurt us at a later time.

Pastor Irvin Stapf
Christ Lutheran Church
Germantown, Maryland

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