The wicked are edgy with guilt, ready to run off even when no one's after them; h onest people are relaxed and confident, bold as lions. (Pr. 28:1) We have nothing to fear when we live our lives with integrity. It is better to live in a way that reveals plain motives, clear actions, and continuously consistent standards by which we live. When our lives are "honest" - we are relaxed and confident, having a boldness that permeates our entire being. Integrity is a state of being whole - no fragmentation in our walk. In other words, it is the ability to say what we mean and mean what we say - our actions lining up with our words consistently. When we examine the meaning of being honest, we find that the writer had in mind our principles, intentions and actions - all showing uprightness and fairness. It means that we are genuine - genuine people are respected and there is a boldness of character that is evident in their transparency. Practice G...
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