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Day 10

Be Truthful

Ancient law 9 – “You shall not give false testimony against your neighbor.”

Let me tell you about a time I had to face the guy in the mirror. As a young man, I got tangled in half-truths, telling myself things that weren’t real, and it left me anxious and lost. The day I chose to come clean—admitting my wrongs and embracing truth—wasn’t instant freedom, but it started a journey to peace. Proverbs 12:22 says God delights in the trustworthy, and I’ve learned that truthfulness lifts the weight of deceit, freeing us to live with no regrets. Whether it’s being honest with my wife of over fifty years or choosing not to spread a rumor, truth brings rest to my soul.

Excellence means being real—with yourself, your loved ones, and even strangers. It’s tempting to bend the truth for convenience or to avoid tough conversations, but that’s like carrying a backpack full of lies. Instead, try transparency, even if it’s hard, like offering kind but honest feedback to a friend. Truth builds trust, like the friendships my parents forged over bologna sandwiches and sweet tea, laughing through life’s highs and lows. Today, choose one moment to be truthful—maybe admit a mistake or leave a gossip session—and feel the freedom it brings.

Action Step
Pick one opportunity today to be honest, whether by owning a mistake, sharing a kind truth with someone, or resisting the urge to talk about someone. Write down how this choice brings you peace or strengthens a relationship.

Prayer
Lord, thank You for the freedom that comes with truth. Help me be honest with myself and others, even when it’s tough. Guide me to speak with kindness and transparency, building trust and reflecting Your love in all my relationships. Amen.