Psalm 15:1. “Lord, who shall abide in Thy tabernacle? Who shall dwell in Thy holy hill?” GUIDELINES. The person who walks with integrity is solid, wholesome, and complete. This is who he or she is and a reference to where they go. God help me; I will not live a lie!
To work righteousness means I am careful of what I do. My business dealings must be honest. My activities and the choices that come from them must be uncompromising. God help me to always give an honest handshake.
Speaking the truth in my heart goes right to the source of my being – how I think. All of my attitudes, reactions, and motives come from the heart. There can be no place for deception, lies, or hidden agendas. God, help me to keep a close fence around my mind and heart.
This tongue of mine can create serious problems. In everything I say, may I remember never to slander or gossip about others. May I always keep confidential things to myself! May I never mention confidential things passed on to me! May I be willing to carefully investigate a charge to see if the words are necessary or useless, kind, and have a wholesome purpose? God help me to control my tongue.
The word "neighbor" can evoke different thoughts about different people. I must never receive accusations or reproaches against my neighbor. Rather, I am to encourage and instruct, be consistent and loyal – not be fickle or erratic in my dealings with him. May I never say cutting, sharp, and scornful things about others to their face or behind their back. May I commit myself to honesty and gentleness! God help me to be Christ-like.
I must always be conscious of who I am with. If there are those around me who are vile and opposed to God, may I never show interest in their ungodly actions. May I stick by those who honor the Lord and associate with those who fear the Lord. May I keep company with those whose values are spiritual and who live by biblical principles! God help me to be spiritual.
My word is a bond that cannot be taken lightly. I must commit myself to doing what I promised, even when it is difficult. In my integrity, I aim to do what I say I will do, even when carrying out that binding word is inconvenient. God, help me not to avoid fulfilling my commitments.
The money I have is only a trust from God. I cannot use it carelessly. There are genuinely needy people who need assistance generously and unselfishly. I know not every “need” a person says they have is real, but rather the result of careless spending. God, help me express my love in financial ways with discernment.
I wonder at times if I am being bribed. Sometimes it seems that perhaps there are other motives behind a person’s outstretched hand and gift. May I never be guilty of being manipulated by bribes or offered loans, but may I strongly resist influence peddling and all forms of corrupt conduct. God help me to have a keen sense of smell when temptations arise.
“Heavenly Father, the common acts of living do give me areas of opportunity or failure that present themselves on a daily basis. I am enabled by Thy grace to respond appropriately to every situation. My problem is that I sometimes act or speak too quickly. My prayer is that I will be conscious of Thee at all times with Thy Word hidden in my heart that I might not sin against Thee. In the name of the Lord Jesus Christ, Amen.”