Proverbs 10 - 12

Many themes could be pulled and elaborated from this text.  One theme that stood out to my mind this morning was "INTEGRITY".  We live in a world that is, by and large, devoid of integrity.  That curious blend of faith, honor and discipline melding into a life of unquestionable character and action is needed in so many lives today.  What does Proverbs say about integrity?

Proverbs 10:9 tells us that the one who walks with integrity walks securely; conversely, the one who perverts his ways will become known.  It is soon (enough) apparent when a person's words and walk do not align.  The person of integrity, however, does not fear being 'found out' for all that will be known has already been demonstrated.  They, like that Dr. Seuss elephant, say what they mean and mean what they say.

Proverbs 11:3 informs us that a person's integrity will lead them in the right direction.  The one seeking the honorable solution will always find and end - and the means to get there - that are consistent and uncompromisingly true to their core values.  Their life is stable, though the situations they face may be anything but!  On the other hand, the one who is unfaithful to themselves and their core values will find nothing but destruction and ruins where they expected gain and prosperity.