GRACE FOR THE MOMENT | GOD LOVES THE TRUTH

1. Grace for the Moment

a) "Grace for the Moment" is a collection of thoughts that are inspirational. They are intended to encourage, to give hope, and to inspire the viewers.

b) Reading a thought can change the way you think about something.

2. Scripture Verse

i) Proverbs 12:22 New Century Version (NCV) 

²² The Lord hates those who tell lies
    but is pleased with those who keep their promises.

3. Thoughts

a) Our Master has a strict honor code. From Genesis to Revelation, the theme is the same: God loves the truth and hates deceit. In 1 Corinthians 6:9-10 Paul lists the type of people who will not inherit the kingdom of God. The covey he portrays is a ragged assortment of those who sin sexually, worship idols, take part in adultery, sell their bodies, get drunk, rob people, and - there it is - lie about others.

b) Such rigor may surprise you. You mean my fibbing and flattering stir the same heavenly anger as adultery and aggravated assault? Apparently so...

c) Why the hard line? Why the rough stance?

d) For one reason: dishonesty is absolutely contrary to the character of God.