“Honest is the best policy.” This is a phrase that we have heard since we
were children. It is one that has been shared with countless generations. Seemingly a simple phrase it carries with it
many complexities. Deep down everyone
does try to live by this virtue. At times
it is easy and at times it is a great struggle.
Honesty provides the foundation for relationships and one
in which the value of integrity is built upon.
People are often willing to sacrifice their integrity to make certain
gains and are willing to hurt others by what they say. Honesty is not an easy characteristic to
uphold, especially in our modern world where technology distracts us from our
true values and beliefs.
During this Lenten Season let us reflect on the presence of
God in our lives. The God of truth, love
and compassion is always with us. We need
to make the extra effort to allow our God to fill us with love and compassion. Our
God desires and honest response from each one of us. Let us bring our honest selves to our God and
allow God to fill all those spaces that are empty so that we can go out to all
the world and share that reality with all people.
Pat Schifini, OSU
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