Is it possible to be so innately helpful that we even fool ourselves?
Who Are We Fooling?
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Honesty
"Princes and lords are but the breath of kings, an honest man is the noblest work of God." (Robert Burns 1759–1796)Pope Pius the Ninth once received a letter very different from the many he received every day. It was written on a plain sheet of paper; there were ink...
Living With Integrity
I taught her history, but she was conveniently absent the day I gave a chapter test. *Tamika was smart but lazy when it came to studying. I made an appointment for her to make up the test during her study hall, but I knew her mindset: "He'll be teaching so he won't be...
He Is a Liar
Stop it!He's a liar!If you are saying to yourself..."This is it,""No more,""I'm finished,""I just can't make it!"Stop it!He's a liar!If things didn't turn out the way you thought they would and you think this is the end of the story.. Stop it!He's a liar!You are...
Ambiguous Recommendations
Robert Thornton, a professor of economics at Lehigh University in Bethlehem, PA, was, like many teachers, frustrated about having to write letters of recommendation for people with dubious qualifications, so he put together an arsenal of statements that can be read...
God Can’t Lie
"These two things are unchangeable because it is impossible for God to lie. Therefore, we who have fled to him for refuge can have great confidence." Hebrews 6:18 NLTHe spread the cell phone bill before her on the table. Earlier, he had perused the calls. He had his...
Honesty — the Best Policy!
"Look at those who are honest and good, for a wonderful future awaits those who love peace." Psalm 37:37 NLT Being honest isn't easy or convenient.I had purchased a new pickup, and the payments were stretching my budget. After making one payment, I discovered twenty...
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