Let's be People of Integrity
Integrity is a concept of consistency of actions, values, methods, measures, principles,
expectations, and outcomes.
Adherence to moral and ethical principles; soundness of moral character; honesty.
Job said: Job 27:5 (MSG) I'll not deny my integrity even if it costs me my life.
John Maxwell said: "Deciding to integrate my heart’s value into my daily actions".
Psalm 119:113 (NIV)
A person of integrity is validated by their words and their deeds. If we are pure in
heart we can be pure in action. Integrity is making my daily actions line up with my
heart’s values.
Ephesians 5:8 (TLB)
For though once your heart was full of darkness, now it is full of light from the Lord,
and your behavior should show it!
Psalm 26:11 As for me, I will walk in mine integrity.
HONESTY AND INTEGRITY in God's Sight:
Proverbs 11:1-3
Proverbs 19:1
Integrity Manifested in:
Moral uprightness
Unselfish service
Rejecting bribes
Honest behavior
Colossians 3:9-10
In the Old Testament, Noah, Abraham, Jacob, David, and Job were called people of
integrity.
Although Jesus did not use the word “integrity,” he called for purity of heart,
singleness of purpose, and purity of motive.
Illustrated in:
Job’s life
Job 2:3, 9
Paul’s ministry
2 Corinthians 4:2 2
The Results of maintaining INTEGRITY
Clear Conscience
Favor with God
Observed by Others
At Peace with Yourself