IS it always better to tell the truth? There are times when lying seems to be an easier way out that avoids the most problems. There are times when telling the truth avoids the most problems. There are times when telling the truth will have very adverse and painful repercussions. Even so, we must tell the truth. As painful as the truth can be, lies are always worse.
God clearly shows us His thoughts and opinions about lies: He hates them. God is truth, and He expects His people to live in truth and love. When it comes to lies and liars, Thomas Brooks writes, "Dreadful are the threatenings that the great God has given out against liars: Psalm 5:6, 'You shall destory those who tell lies.' ... God, by one judgment or another, in one way or another, will cut off all flattering lying lips, as a rotten member is cut off from the body."
This does not mean that we must answer every question we are asked. We need to exercise wisdom and descernment. Wisdom is knowing what to say, and discernment is knowing when to say it. We are called to be people of integrity in all that we do and say. Do not answer rashly or sarcastically. But above all, "Do not lie. Do not deceive another" (Lev. 19:11b)
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