Commit to honesty.
Truth provides the only solid ground for rebuilding a damaged relationship. Refusing to acknowledge the truth about a hurtful event may seem protective at first but in the long run only postpones healing. Although full disclosure may not be necessary, we can make sure that the words we do speak are truthful and tempered with patience, gentleness, and respect for the person who receives them
Ponder
Teach me, and I will be quiet; show me where I have been wrong. How painful are honest words! (Job 6:24-25)
Pledge
With God’s help I will commit myself to honesty and resist the temptation to lie or speak half-truths in order to deceive.
Review
Practice #1: Forgive what you can.
Practice #2: Seek forgiveness from others.
Practice #3: Pray for your offender.
Practice #4: Speak carefully.
Practice #5: Encourage peacemaking.
Leave a Reply