In other words: do we morally make choices to tell the truth and walk in truth because if we don’t – we realize there may be consequences that we may suffer?
2007-10-14 12:45:05 · 33 answers · asked by Ramjet 5 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
it's always about being caught. i'm always afraid that my conscience and prudish upbringing will catch me and nag me for the rest of my life, so i try to keep honest.
and there are also external consequences like you stated. one of them is that i'm gullible and believe people always tell the truth.
2007-10-15 07:18:48 · answer #1 · answered by joe the man 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Conviction comes from the Holy Spirit when we have sinned- and lying is a sin.
I would feel guilty if I were not honest about something....then there are times, I try to not lie, but not tell the EXACT truth if not asked about it....which also makes me feel kinda guilty. We know that the TRUTH sets us free in Christ-- and we must always remember that the truth is what needs to be heard, regardless- It is all in God's hands- we should trust HIM and know it will all work out for HIS glory and the good of those who love Him ( as Romans 8 says)
2007-10-15 12:17:45 · answer #2 · answered by Mandolyn Monkey Munch 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Is honesty simply the fear of being caught?
No. Honesty is truth, and the truth doesn't change. Character is doing what is right even when no one is looking, or if no one would notice otherwise. It's a standard you hold yourself to, a moral decision you consciously make about how you will live your life. Honesty is a large component of character.
2007-10-14 12:50:28 · answer #3 · answered by Sugar Pie 7 · 5⤊ 1⤋
There are 3 kinds of honesty.
1) I love the truth so I am honest.
2) If I am truthful I will be rewarded.
3) If I am not truthful I will be punished.
2007-10-14 12:50:38 · answer #4 · answered by Nora Explora 6 · 5⤊ 0⤋
Well for some that may be the case. Honesty is truth, the whole truth and nothing but the truth. It does not matter who on earth sees it or does not see it. God sees it and knows it. Makes me feel guilty for all the times I have not told the complete truth, or been totaly honest. Thank you Lord for forgiving all of our sins. And help us to sin no more
2007-10-14 12:52:25 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
I don't think so. I'm honest in my words and appearance because I prefer to tell the truth and to reveal what's real and not to perpetuate what's false. I don't like to give people false impressions, because I wouldn't want other people to lie to me. In love, honesty is the foundation for a successful long-term relationship. Honesty is important to build trust, because without trust, how can someone be happy? Ultimately, truth leads to happiness, whereas lies and falsehood hinder happiness.
2007-10-14 12:55:15 · answer #6 · answered by Heart of Fire 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
You are talking "compliance" rather than "honesty." deally, Honesty makes for a better life in the long run. But practically, honesty is situational. For instance: If you saw someone attractive and had a momentary thought of "being with" that person and your significant other asked what you are thinking, if you loved him or her it might be better to create what we call a "white lie" and say you were thinking about going to a movie. However, if you didn't really love him or her, it would be better to bring about "honesty" and gently say so.
But if you met someone you were interested in and you were bi-sexual it would be better to be honest about that than try to hide it. Or in business, it is important to work with honest people and skip over those who twist things around because 999 times out of 1000, it backfires and makes things more complicated and a bad situation that will perpetuate itself. (Enron is a good example)
So practically, honesty is the better situation in matters where it doesn't create unecessary harm, plus it builds self-confidence and personal character.
Compliance to escape consequences only seves to build fear and a disrespect for yourself.
2007-10-14 13:10:56 · answer #7 · answered by Larry A 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Well, my conscience is huge- so if I am accidentally late to a party I get a huge feeling of guilt afterwards for several years if I think about it. So, well, I think so, if you boil it all the reasons down it will be becuase there may be consequences.
2007-10-14 12:55:34 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
I like to be honest, but there is that component of being caught: everytime I've been dishonest I've been caught, even if it's quite a while later. That's why my usual tack is to tell upfront my faults and that I'm a jerk--it's easier than explaining it after the fact.
2007-10-14 16:29:26 · answer #9 · answered by Jack B, goodbye, Yahoo! 6 · 5⤊ 0⤋
Not for me. I couldn't like myself if I was a liar and would not expect anyone else to either. Yes,God hates liars too and I wouldn't want to suffer those consequences. Uh uh, no way!
2007-10-14 13:53:07 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋