Proverbs. 12:22 - The LORD detests lying lips.
he delights in men who are truthful. See also Revelation 21:8; 21:27;
22:15. Let us see some forms of lies: 1. DISTORTION OF FACTS.
e.g 1.
Gehazi 2 Kings. 5:20-27. 2. Ananias. Acts 5:1-11. You will find people
lying about facts such as the level of their education, marital status,
the time they leave their working place, if they have
a child or not, residence, hospital bills and the next appointment,
salaries, unpaid debts, secret financial support from people with some
interest known to the person,etc 2. FAKING DESIRES AND INTERESTS. e.g 1.
Saul to David. 1Sam. 18:17-28. 2.Delilah to Samson. Judges.
16:4-6;15-17.
RESULTS.
OF LYING:1. Attracts God's
punishment and curse 2. Destroys relationships. 3. Destroys one's name.
4. May deny you opportunities. 5. Can destroy your work. 6. Will
determine your final destiny - eternal separation from God.
OF
NOT LYING: 1. Commands the blessing of God. 2. Builds relationships. 3.
Builds trust and peace. 4. Can save life, property, a nation etc. 5.
Will make your light more visible on earth.
