I guess you could say that I am kind of ‘Old School’ when it comes to all the online stuff, the over use of electronics, the idea that ‘money can buy you happiness’, and less ‘In Person’ time and conversation with family and friends. I see these things in my own family and it deeply concerns me. The younger generation seems so enthralled in the advances of technology that I believe they miss out on some of those ‘old school’ lessons like living in your means, helping those less fortunate and working hard. Things I believe better develope those character traits such as honesty, compassion and gratitude.
My mom, who is now living at the age of 100 grew up during the Depression. She was one of fufteen children. She was placed in a home to be raised by a neighbor at a young age. She learned to save every penny, to make do with what you have. She worked hard, sewed clothing and canned food. To this very day she saves even little pieces of string to be used later. Her gift at Christmas was new socks. Not the latest X Box machine or a Nintendo switch.
Although I was not raised in a strong religious home, I was still taught that lying and cheating were not acceptable. In the short time that I have been online I am totally shocked by all of the scam artists and hackers trying to take your identity and your money in an effort to make their lives happier and easier.
My church leaders have asked us to ‘shape the world we live in’ through our example of righteousness. I am far from perfect but… I do …take back the 13 cents i’m over paid in my change at the grocery store, even when I get weird looks from people. I tell the truth. If I borrow something I return it.
But is that all there is to being Honest??? I think Honesty is much more!
The definition of the word Honesty includes: uprightness, truthfulness, nobility, moral correctness, virtuous, worthiness, reputability, righteousness, dependability, fidelity, directness, openness, integrity, frankness, and loyalty.
Does Honesty still prevail on the Earth today? Or is it something we are losing sight of?
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