DAILY COGNISANCE:
The Dangers of Deception and Smart Choices
“Truthful lips endure forever, but a lying tongue is but for a moment” Proverbs 12:19.
Scene: A busy city street. Two friends, Tom and Lisa, are having coffee outside a café.
Tom: (looking stressed) Have you heard about what happened with Brian?
Lisa: (curious) No, what happened?
Tom: He’s been trying to climb the corporate ladder but resorted to some shady tricks to get ahead.
Lisa: (frowning) That’s dangerous. He may just end up in trouble.
Tom: (nodding) You know, it reminds me of Proverbs 12:19.
Lisa: (leans in) What does it say?
Tom: “Truthful lips endure forever, but a lying tongue is but for a moment.
Lisa: (thoughtfully) So, you’re saying that those who are dishonest might get temporary success, but it won’t last?
Tom: Exactly! It’s those who operate in integrity and honesty that truly succeed.
Lisa: (sipping her coffee) Like building a house on a solid foundation. Without truth, everything can fall apart.
Tom: (smiling) Right! We have to be wise and discerning—seek genuine paths and avoid the tricks of deceivers.
Lisa: (nods) I get it. Success at any cost is not worth the eventual downfall.
Tom: (raising his cup) Here’s to finding our way with honesty and integrity!
Lisa: (lifting her cup) Amen to that!
(They clink their cups, sharing a moment of solidarity as the lights fade.)
Conclusion: Narrator (Voiceover): Do you indulge or encourage shady characters? Check your likes and let honesty and integrity be your watchword.
[End Scene]
Friday July 18th, 2025.
Bible Reading: Genesis 32-33: Matthew 13:24-52.
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