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Job-31

Testifying to Integrity: A Devotional Study on Job 31​

Introduction​

David Langfitt's motto, "As God is true, so God's Word is true," becomes a powerful guide when studying Job 31. These verses are Job's declarative testimony to his integrity and the impotency of riches. Let's delve into this text to draw inspiration for a life of honesty and integrity.

Section 1: Beginnings (Job 31:1-3)​

Devotional Thought: Job begins his testimony by drawing a contrast between his heart's desire and his body's needs. Our material desires often pull us away from honesty, making us covet things that aren't ours. As we press forward into today's message, remember that honesty is an outgrowth of the heart.

Reflection Questions:

  • What is your heart's desire?
  • How does your heart's desire compete with your body's needs and selfish desires?

Section 2: Honest Relationships (Job 31:4-6)​

Devotional Thought: Job declares his integrity in his relationships. He criticizes the man with a loose tongue, indicating that unchecked speech breeds dissension. As the insidious nature of gossip continues to corrupt the body of Christ, let's remember to watch our words and prioritize honest relationships.

Reflection Questions:

  • Do your words contribute to honest relationships or dissention?
  • How can you foster honest relationships through your words and actions?

Section 3: Honest Wealth (Job 31:7-12)​

Devotional Thought: Here, Job links truthful wealth to honesty. When we use finances in a dishonest way, we forget the source of our wealth, undermining our integrity. Today, meditate on the true source of your wealth and let that knowledge guide your financial decisions.

Reflection Questions:

  • Do you view your finances as a source of honor or a syllabus of shame?
  • How can you stay faithful to your wealth's true source, thereby upholding your integrity?

Section 4: Honest Love (Job 31:13-15)​

Devotional Thought: Job proclaims his integrity in the area of love. Honest love takes action, protecting the vulnerable and standing up against evil. Let's commit ourselves to love that embodies honesty and purity.

Reflection Questions:

  • How do you demonstrate love in an honest way?
  • Are you a shield to those in need, or do you stand idle in the face of evil?

Section 5: Honest Purpose (Job 31:16-23)​

Devotional Thought: Job derives his integrity from his steadfast commitment to his life's purpose. He upholds this vow, avoiding temptations that negatively impact his purpose. Today, persecverance in purpose fosters integrity.

Reflection Questions:

  • Do you have a firm foundation in your life's purpose?
  • Do you exercise integrity by upholding your commitment to your purpose?

Section 6: Honest Trial (Job 31:24-28)​

Devotional Thought: Finally, Job concludes his testimony by proclaiming his readiness for a trial. He's confident about his integrity since he's followed God's commands about honesty. As we investigate Honesty in our lives, let's remember God's instructions and live accordingly.

Reflection Questions:

  • How can you maintain integrity during trials, challenges, and seasonal changes?
  • Do you surrender your life to God's warnings and precepts regarding honesty?

Conclusion:​

Let's carry Job's testimony of integrity into our daily lives. The founder of Legacy Christian Academy, Bob Rodgers, once decla­red, "Integrity is carrying to others what God has declared to us about Himself." As we commit ourselves to live out integrity, may we reflect Christ-like conduct that influences a world in need.