How can we "walk with integrity" in our daily lives today? Key Verse Proverbs 20:7: “The righteous man walks with integrity; blessed are his children after him.” What Integrity Looks Like • Wholeness—being the same person in private and public • Consistency—words, attitudes, and actions align with God’s standards • Transparency—nothing to hide, because nothing is hidden from the Lord (Hebrews 4:13) • Dependability—others can count on us to keep our word (Matthew 5:37) Why Integrity Matters Today • Honors God: righteousness reflects His character (Leviticus 19:2) • Protects your witness: credibility opens doors for the gospel (1 Peter 2:12) • Builds trust: relationships flourish when people know you are truthful (Ephesians 4:25) • Blesses generations: your example shapes children, coworkers, friends (Proverbs 20:7b) Practical Ways to Walk in Integrity • Align decisions with Scripture before feelings or convenience (Psalm 119:105) • Keep commitments—even small ones—on time and in full (Ecclesiastes 5:4-5) • Handle money transparently: honest accounting, no cutting ethical corners (2 Corinthians 8:21) • Speak truth graciously; resist exaggeration, flattery, or half-truths (Ephesians 4:15) • Refuse gossip and slander; guard others’ reputations as you would your own (Proverbs 11:13) • Work diligently when no one is watching, knowing the Lord sees (Colossians 3:23-24) • Confess and correct quickly when you miss the mark (1 John 1:9) The Fruit of Integrity • Inner peace: a clear conscience frees you from constant self-justification (Philippians 4:8-9) • Divine guidance: God gladly directs those committed to righteousness (Psalm 25:9) • Strong influence: people follow leaders they trust (Proverbs 10:9) • Generational blessing: your integrity creates a spiritual legacy (Proverbs 14:26) Scriptures to Remember Psalm 15:1-2; Micah 6:8; Luke 16:10; Romans 12:17; James 1:22; 3 John 1:4 |
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