Living and character
What does the Bible say about honesty?
Honest scales, honest words and honest dealings run through Scripture, because truthfulness reflects the character of God Himself.
What Scripture says
Proverbs 12:22
“Lying lips are an abomination to the LORD, but those who do the truth are his delight.”
Proverbs 11:1
“A false balance is an abomination to the LORD, but accurate weights are his delight.”
Ephesians 4:25
“Therefore, putting away falsehood, speak truth each one with his neighbor, for we are members of one another.”
2 Corinthians 8:21
“Having regard for honorable things, not only in the sight of the Lord, but also in the sight of men.”
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