Moreover, look for able men from all the people, men who fear God, who are trustworthy and hate a bribe, and place such men over the people as chiefs of thousands, of hundreds, of fifties, and of tens.
Is it a true statement that a God-fearing person will exhibit characteristics of trustworthiness and love of justice? This is something to keep in mind as we continue to examine the fear of the LORD. How can a God-fearer be recognized as such? Always keeping in mind that to hate bribes, for example, will not create a God-fearer, but the Spirit working in a God-fearing individual will develop a love of justice that refuses to accept bribes.
Today's readings in the Psalms:
Morning: Psalm 58
Mid-day: 119:113-120
Evening: Psalm 134
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