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LIFE MATTERS SERIES - FINANCIAL DISCIPLESHIP (S56E04)


TOPIC: FINANCIAL DISCIPLESHIP: THE BIBLE ON HONESTY

BIBLE REF: _The wages of the righteous [the upright, those in right standing with God] is [a worthwhile, meaningful] life, The income of the wicked, punishment._

*Proverbs 10:16 AMP*


_Evil plans and thoughts of the wicked are exceedingly vile and offensive to the Lord, But pure words are pleasant words to Him. He who profits unlawfully brings suffering to his own house, But he who hates bribes [and does not receive nor pay them] will live. The heart of the righteous thinks carefully about how to answer [in a wise and appropriate and timely way], But the [babbling] mouth of the wicked pours out malevolent things. The Lord is far from the wicked [and distances Himself from them], But He hears the prayer of the [consistently] righteous [that is, those with spiritual integrity and moral courage]._

*Proverbs 15:26‭-‬29 AMP*


_No harm befalls the righteous, But the wicked are filled with trouble. Lying lips are extremely disgusting to the Lord, But those who deal faithfully are His delight._

*Proverbs 12:21‭-‬22 AMP*



_Wealth obtained by fraud dwindles, But he who gathers gradually by [honest] labor will increase [his riches]._

*Proverbs 13:11 AMP*



*PREPARE TO SHARE*

In a notebook, write down how you would explain to a friend what God’s word says about honesty and how you can apply it in your life.


How would you define honesty?


Who were some people in the Bible who were honest? Dishonest?


How does God respond to honesty? How does He respond to dishonesty?


What is one area of your life where you haven’t been honest? In light of the Bible’s teaching about honesty, what actions should you take to restore your relationship with God and the person(s) you harmed?


Think of a friend you can invite to do this Plan with next week to learn and discuss together.


We have come to the END OF THIS TEACHING, PLS STAY TUNED FOR NEXT EPISODE COMING UP SOON! GOD BLESS YOU!

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