by: Keren May B. Busaing In this age where the plight for 'equality' is intense, the value of submissiveness is among those raised into question, and many have taken it out of proportion. For many liberal believers of equality, being submissive is a weakness and a character that needs to be eradicated in favor of independence. Many approach this social issue with zeal and boldness, all wanting to advocate the full extent of self-dependency, which, along the way, counters the discipline of being submissive. Causes like gender equality, women empowerment, social inclusion, and discrimination are a few advocacies that may wholly or slightly eradicate submissiveness. A British film director once said, "To be feminist doesn't mean you can't be submissive." In other words, our consciousness or confidence of being strong and independent isn't dwindled by the value of submissiveness. In fact, to those who are truly secure in their identity, restraining themselves from constantly asserting their positions is strength. The nature of submissiveness is not always dictated by whether we are right or wrong, and being right only sometimes means that we need to fight for it until the end. The strength in submissiveness comes when we back down and give way to the other party - for couples, the wife to her husband; for structural authority, the subordinate to their superior. Strength is only sometimes expressed by being loud and contentious. Whenever we submit, it doesn't mean that we are backing down from what is right. There are other avenues to stand up for what is right, and it begins when we make the choice (which is a strength) to preserve peace through submission. A peaceful atmosphere is perfect for the seed of righteousness to sprout. By being wise, we will eventually realize that the value of submissiveness characterized by humility is a strategy. It is not a power play where one will emerge as the winner. Being able to submit is an inner strength where an individual can demonstrate growth and maturity by seeing every situation beyond the now. It is an ability centered on security, confidence, and leadership. Submissiveness is inner warfare, and whenever we struggle and feel the desire to win, it lets us choose to be strong by being able to back down. It is always the one who can subdue his inner desires who can make the difference. It is always the one who is not particular about winning that is the real winner. On the other hand, those who are contentious are always loud and seeking to win or be above the others who are missing out. Whether we are young and must submit to the elders, a wife and must submit to the husband, or subordinates submitting to superiors, let us choose to do so and always. Saint Paul, in his letter to the Romans, said, "Let every soul be subject to the governing authorities. For there is no authority except from God, and the authorities that exist are appointed by God." This principle is not contrary to the equality, equity, dignity, inclusion, and diversity advocacies we encounter these days. Instead, it is a foundational material that is necessary to address them. By fulfilling the ways and patterns of God, these issues are resolved by the ways of God. Submissiveness is a command that paves the way for Him to directly take control of every situation we are in. It is part of the pattern to success, and every rebellion (against authorities) causes delay and sometimes eliminates God's power to take over. Let us choose to be strong by being able to submit.
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by: Jesus V. Sison, PTRP CRFV Deputy National Director The Almighty God created all of humanity equal. It might have been a centuries-old debate because of observed differences in socio-economic status, gender roles, and ethnic practices. One thing stands out: God allows the sun to shine on both good and evil. As it was written, "He gives His sunlight to both the evil and the good, and he sends rain on the just and the unjust alike." In addition, the Book of Genesis expresses that God created both man and woman in His image and likeness, and he equally blessed them. His image and likeness in the man and woman provided that we all have dignity and identity that must be honored and respected. Article 1 of the United Nations' Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) states that "All human beings are born free and equal in dignity and rights. They are endowed with reason and conscience and should act towards one another in a spirit of brotherhood." This has become the bedrock for all human rights documents and activities. Moreover, this has attested to the Holy Scriptures' portrayal and conception of man and woman according to God's grand design.
Here in the Philippines, equality is highly esteemed, as it was mentioned in our Constitution in the preamble and its contents. To quote, "We, the sovereign Filipino people, imploring the aid of Almighty God, to build a just and humane society, and establish a Government that shall embody our ideals and aspirations, promote the common good, conserve and develop our patrimony, and secure to ourselves and our posterity, the blessings of independence and democracy under the rule of law and a regime of truth, justice, freedom, love, equality, and peace, do ordain and promulgate this Constitution. The first word, "we," explicitly says that despite their uniqueness and differences, every Filipino calls on to the Almighty God. It denotes that as we acknowledge God, who is sovereign and above us all, we recognize that we are all equal under Him and heaven. Then, we notice that "equality" is one of the sixteen values mentioned in this exordium. Thus, it would be deemed an essential foundational element in building a moral, decorous, and altruistic society if cited. This was concretized in our AmBisyon 2040, our very own Philippine Development Plan championing a "Matatag, Maginhawa at Panatag na Buhay" (Strongly rooted, comfortable, and secured life) for every Filipino. It is a dream for all and a hope for all that equally benefits everyone. In pursuing this promising and glorious future for the nation and the people, the Constitution accentuated Social Justice and Human rights in Article XIII, Section 1. It stated that “the Congress shall give highest priority to the enactment of measures that protect and enhance the right of all the people to human dignity, reduce social, economic, and political inequalities, and remove cultural inequities by equitably diffusing wealth and political power for the common good. It encapsulates the concept of fundamental human rights and safeguarding the belief that all people are of equal value and dignity. It implies and epitomizes that no person, organization, government, and its instrumentalities should prevent someone from living with dignity and open opportunities. The state should promote laws and enactments that set the tenor for how it deals with its people and how its people regard each other. We must believe that it is meant for everyone equally, no matter what region they're from, their tribe, race, religion, culture, nationality, age, sex, preferences, beliefs, disability, sexual orientation, or intelligence. This year's women's month celebration theme is "Lipunang Patas sa Bagong Pilipinas; Kakayahan ng Kababaihan, Patutunayan!" Although it is focused on women's and girls' empowerment and provision of equal opportunities, gender equality is not a woman's issue but a human issue. It's not about women longing to be superior to men. It's all about equal rights, respect, self-worth, and access to and control of resources as part of decision-making. It's about having equal choices for our future in general. Where do we go from here? Where do we fit in? What can we do? Several suggestions were enumerated on how we could help promote equality. We must first be sensitive and humane as we become conscious of every person's rights. Let's be open to learning and listening to each other as we create a safe atmosphere and environment for everyone. We should be flexible and prepared to accustom and fine-tune our views, thoughts, perspectives, and judgments as we develop a culture of inclusivity and sensitivity. We move with the same frequency in our hearts, having the same mindset as the Sovereign God who willed all these things to exist and happen. We can make change for everyone. "We make change work" for everyone as we uphold equality. by: Atty. Carolina Lim-Gamban We are one with the nation in its whole-month celebration of Women’s development and protection as it is vital in building our nation to be matatag, maginhiwa and may panatag na buhay reaching the Ambisyon Natin 2040 and also as provided in our Constitution, recognizing the role of women in nation building.
The contribution of women is never-ending and transcends age, race, and status. Men are no longer alone in the fields of endeavor because many women are already rising to help them meet the demands of the times. It is an excellent scene in which both men and women are united in pursuing goals of worth and meaning. Much more is achieved when they collaborate and cover all areas of concern because they are one. Remembering the words in the Holy Bible saying, one can put a thousand to flight, two ten thousand; the synergy of men and women would keep us all moving from glory to glory and strength to strength. Nothing is impossible to be achieved for our nation if both men and women join forces and combine their skills, talents, and energies, and together, face the giants and challenges that come along their way. United, nothing can stop them from achieving great things for their family, for the city, and for the nation. Whenever this happens, we can utter the exact words like King David in his times, “Behold, how good and how pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together in unity!” When there is unity, there is peace. When there is unity, God pours out his blessings. As we celebrate this month dedicated to women, let us endeavor to bring forth unity in our family, workplace, community, and even the nation. Reflect on our actions or dealings that could cause discord or dissension. In the family, especially the husbands and wives, let us humble ourselves, talk about and settle the differences, and remember that the family is our primary support system. In the workplace, recognize both the efforts of men and women in every success, great or small. Also, as a man or a woman, do not add fuel to the fire by spreading rumors and unverified information that could cause co-workers to have ill feelings for each other. Instead, be a bridge that could bring them together and work for the better. In the community, give men and women equal chances to air out their suggestions or recommendations for improving or developing our barangay or city. In all, respect for one another is a must to bring forth unity. Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things pertaining to the men and women in our community and country. by: Nathaniel A. Saquiban Obedience is one of the important values that all of us should possess. It opens up the door of blessings and enables us to remain in a favored life. It is simple. Every act of disobedience will have a corresponding penalty, which is expected to be contrary to relief and comfort. Obedience, thus, is contingent on a joyful and abundant life. Consider the scenario that happened to Adam and Eve. They were brought out of blessed life because of disobedience to the commands of God. In the same way, people who are confined behind bars may be put in miserable conditions or may be denied benefits and privileges because of disobedience.
Obedience is also significant, not only because it benefits or is advantageous to us personally, but because it will profit the community members. It is the virtue we should observe if we realize a peaceful, orderly, and disciplined society that results in progress and prosperity. We cannot expect a governmental unit to flourish if its constituents are not law-abiding citizens. If the people are lawless, everything will be disorganized because no chain of command is followed. Everyone does what they wish, and the environment becomes chaotic and unclean. More than laws, rules, and regulations are needed. It also takes a strong will on the part of the authorities to accurately and strictly enforce and implement the laws, rules, and regulations. People must be governed and learn government rather than a government of themselves where they do what they want. In the Philippines, this is what is needed. Laws must be exacted if we are to achieve our economic goals. People's freedom and liberty must be regulated, and those in high places are not exempted. They should model a lifestyle of obedience. People often clamor for change in the high echelon of society, allegedly because subordinates and subjects are good followers for fear of punishment, but not to some who are in leadership. That kind of situation should not be the trend. One of the positive effects of obedience is to train us for righteousness. The more we obey, the more we become righteous and learn righteousness. Obedience must become a habit so that we are honed to upright living. However, it is suggested that the reverse is a better way. We should first possess a righteous or holy nature so that obedience will become the fruit. Obedience is easy if we are changed on the inside. This is the reason why the value of obedience is anchored to the core value of spirituality. We should strengthen spirituality so that obedience automatically follows. A spiritual mentor once said, "Surrender is better than obedience because surrender necessarily encompasses obedience." If we are surrendered to the authority of God, we will not have a problem in the area of obedience. We do not have to think whether to choose our will or the will of God because a good subject always submits to the will of his or her sovereign. Let us, therefore, surrender to our Almighty God so that we may consistently live a life of obedience. by: Dr. Laurence C. Mascay One of my former college professors once said, “Every second is a decision.” The simple act of waking up in the morning is a decision. Deciding whether to eat or not is a decision; choosing to sit or not is a decision. In life, it is unavoidable to make decisions, no matter how small or big they are. Hence, decisiveness, defined as “the ability to make decisions quickly and confidently” by the Cambridge Dictionary, is important because of its impact and repercussions.
In the Scriptures, it is written, “Let your ‘Yes’ be ‘Yes,’ and your ‘No,’ ‘No’”. An implication of this passage is decisiveness. Humans tend to change their minds quickly due to circumstances, feelings, and moods. Thus, careful planning and thinking, along with calculated risks, must be considered in decision-making. Because once a decision is made and acted upon, it is hard to undo. On the other hand, John Maxwell, an authority on leadership, said: “Once a decision is made, you should stop worrying and start working. It’s not always what we know that makes it a good decision. It is what we do to implement and execute it that makes it a good decision.” The following are some suggested strategies from various sources to help you become more decisive. One: Clarify your values and priorities. Understand what matters most to you and what your long-term goals are. Two: Gather information. Make sure you have all the relevant information before deciding. Having a good understanding of the situation will help you make a more informed choice. Three: Think about the pros and cons. Make a list of the advantages and disadvantages of each option. This will help you see which one is better. Four: Ask for advice. Don't be shy about seeking input from others, significantly if the decision affects them or they have expertise. Ultimately, take responsibility for your decisions. By incorporating these strategies into our decision-making process, we can become more decisive and confident in our choices. We entrust the outcomes to the Lord as we apply these suggested strategies. The Book of Proverbs reminds us to “Trust in the Lord with all your heart; do not depend on your own understanding. Seek his will in all you do, and he will show you which path to take." by: Micah A. Tecne A common saying, "no man is an island," reminds us that we live in a world where we need each other. We are created to live and work together. Together, we can accomplish more. To have a more harmonious work environment, we need accountability. Patrick Lencioni said, "without accountability, there can be no trust, and without trust, there can be no meaningful collaboration."
As individuals and team members, we should learn the art of being accountable for our actions and choices. We take responsibility for the results of our actions. As we acknowledge any success of our labor, we should also learn to take responsibility for the consequences of our wrong decisions or actions. There are instances when everything is falling apart, and we tend to shift the blame to others to save our reputation and face. This alters the team dynamics and eventually impedes the team's success. As Tamara Renaye said, "Accountability feels like an attack when you're not ready to acknowledge how your behaviors harm others." Being accountable manifests humility in acknowledging one's own faults and taking the responsibility to mend them. Admitting one's own mistake is such a real struggle. It is a dilemma for everyone. Admitting our mistakes may destroy the people's trust in us and eventually destroy our reputation. King David tried to cover his adulterous acts, killing Uriah, the husband of Bathsheba, yet Prophet Samuel rebuked him. He acknowledged his fault and took responsibility. He humbly accepted and suffered the consequences of his sin. His humility touched God's heart. Despite his sin, David is still regarded as "The Man after God's own heart." King David's heart of accountability brought more grace and favor upon him. Being accountable is a sign of maturity and outstanding leadership; as Courtney Lynch said, "Leaders inspire accountability through their ability to accept responsibility before they place blame." The moment we learn to be accountable shows readiness for our promotion and leadership elevation. If we aim for a leadership promotion, we learn to be accountable. If we want to have a successful team, it should be composed of accountable people. A team with only one mission and vision. As Pat Summitt said, "responsibility equals accountability equals ownership. And a sense of ownership is the most powerful weapon a team or organization can have." Do not be deceived: God cannot be mocked. A man reaps what he sows. If we want to see ourselves and our organization succeed, decide to be accountable now. by: Keren May Busaing When the going gets tough, do we have what it takes to remain committed and dedicated to the good things that we previously decided to take on? Commitment and dedication are qualities that are rare nowadays.
In the complexity of our day-to-day lives, it is easy to overlook the need for commitment and dedication. Most of the time, the demanding nature of our everyday activities results in decisions that overlook our dedication to the bigger picture. While this is called flexibility to the unexpected, how far are we from our original aspirations? Have we deviated from the essence of what we are supposed to commit to? For example, our resolve to become a better version of ourselves while we are in the moment is intense, and our dedication seems focused. Immediately, particular plans of action towards accomplishing it are lined up in our minds, for others, in their planners. Then, we take action according to our plans. It’s easy and smooth at first, then time passes, and so does our consciousness to fulfill it. Commitment and dedication are characteristics that we need to choose to do in our daily lives. While the specifics in our action plans may change, there are other ways to accomplish our goal of becoming better versions of ourselves. Commitment and dedication do not mean we should religiously stick to our action plan. There is no exact formula, and the constant is the goodness and purity of our intentions. Our ways and timelines may change, but we will eventually get there as we commit and act in righteousness toward it every day. Most importantly, as an everyday choice, commitment and dedication admonishes us to reach or accomplish our aspirations in righteousness. There is no shortcut to success; trying to do so is the opposite of commitment and dedication. It is impatience and contrary to the essence of our good intentions. As King David says in his Psalm, “Commit your way to the Lord; trust in him, and he will act.” Commitment and dedication are a partnership with God. By understanding that His plans for us are perfect - to prosper us and not to harm us, to give us hope and a future, committing must not be difficult for us. Let us then choose to commit to God’s ways that He shall delight in us and establish our steps towards our aspirations. Amongst the many ways to accomplish our success, let our commitment be specific to accomplishing things with God - not by our might nor by our own strength but by God’s Spirit, who is continuously at work in us. Altogether, let our daily consciousness be at peace, knowing that when the going gets tough and that in the midst of the many plans in our minds, it is the purpose of the Lord that will stand. Let our dedication be first established in Him, and our success, beyond what we can imagine, shall follow. Let this be our conscious choice every day, commit to God and His ways. by: JESUS V. SISON, PTRP, CRFV Deputy National Director January is drawing to a close, but the message and promises for 2024 still stand. The high hopes and coruscating assurance of a blessed year abide. There is a solid confidence to see the fulfillment of every augured word proclaimed for us by The True and Almighty God. As the soul prospers, so will we flourish in all things. Thus, it is a year of supernatural abundance and exceptional prosperity in our lives. We are destined for extraordinary protection, progress, and provision. It will be an action-packed year, for we are destined only to experience the goodness and faithfulness of The Everlasting God. Dovetailed with God by the Spirit, we have access to every good and perfect gift from above. Spirituality is the way of the Spirit that spiritual people live.
Spiritual people live spirituality. There are a lot of notions that spiritual people are limited to those who serve as leaders of religious sects or denominations. Others consider only those who are so committed to a religious group. Devotees, if we may refer to them. But anybody and everyone has the right to become spiritual men and women. As for among us, being Public employees, we are spiritual people too. As we are called "public servants" who have a heart to inspire and affect the community, we are characterized by genuine concern and selflessness to serve others. Beholden to our commitment to public welfare, spirituality is as essential as exemplifying other values. We must practice it in public service as we exercise it in our private lives as an occupation. The root word of spirituality is spirit; spirit was derived from the Latin spīritus, whose original meaning was "breath, breathing" and hence "spirit, soul, courage, vigor. Thus, spirituality entails attaching life and "meaning" to the work being done[W1] in the workplace. It inspires us to connect to the Being higher than us- Our Almighty God. Moreover, spirituality can help us connect with our inner motivation and higher purpose. It will aid us in finding meaning in our work. It will revitalize a greater sense of calmness, peacefulness, a healthy mind, and well-being. A sense of well-being among the employees can be influential in developing motivation and improving public service quality. Spirituality in the workplace could also improve communication and build better relationships with co-workers, resulting in increased job satisfaction, productivity, and profitability. The goal of spirituality in the workplace is to create an environment that is accurately connected to God, establishing a culture of positivity and productivity. A spiritually-based workplace can give employees a conscious awareness of family or community, support, and belonging. This leads to improved job gratification, personal fulfillment, and organizational commitment. Agencies and employers also are positioned to benefit from generating spirituality in the workplace or spiritually-filled environment. We acknowledge spirituality as a significant feature of an organizational culture. Offices with spiritually healthy workplaces tend to have lower employee discontent, decreased turnover rates, and minimized absenteeism. Negativity is shut down, and problems are addressed accordingly. Further, employees who feel cared for and supported spiritually are more likely to be life-carriers, creative, and innovative. Above all, spirituality will inspire every employee to embrace a new heart and spirit in their work. There will be a new mindset refocused on bringing glory to God and satisfaction among our clientele. With these, we are positioned to receive the good promises of God that are all yes and amen for 2024 and beyond by: Ame-phil O. Saquiban President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. said in his last State of the Nation Address, “Our journey to progress requires not only unity and social cohesion amongst our people. It is also imperative that our nation remains intact and inviolable, our sovereignty preserved. We will protect our sovereign rights and preserve our territorial integrity, in defense of rules-based international order.”
Indeed, “protecting our sovereign rights and preserving our territorial integrity” is one of the pressing issues in the Philippines. We need to protect our country from outside invasion. However, we should not be blinded of the fact that our country’s sovereignty and territorial integrity can also be weakened, not just by foreign oppressors but internal oppressors. Undoubtedly, there can be oppressors within our turf that aggravates or intensify the challenging state of life of our citizens. These are the people who take advantage of their positions to gratify their selfish ambitions and greed, thereby shortchanging our nation’s fullest potential. Every year, we appropriate budget amounting to trillions of pesos which are not even completely satisfied from our own savings and collections of taxes. We borrow money from international sources to sustain our government operational needs. To this date, we are not self-sufficient. On top of this, there is no guarantee that our big-ticket projects with the budget of billions of pesos are funded fully or accurately because of the ruthless practice of kickbacks and unwarranted commissions. Candidly, there are more unscrupulous insiders than outsiders. Borrowing from an article of Asia Society on Building a Nation of Integrity, it highlighted that “To achieve a truly corrupt-free Philippines, each and every Filipino, must pledge to live a life of integrity”. Consequently, we can address serious problems such as poverty, increasing foreign and domestic debts, budget deficits, low investment, and the likes. It is beyond cavil that integrity is an inviolable core value if we are to win this nation to its glorious destiny, not just a developing country. The Civil Service Commission identified it right that integrity is one of the values that civil servants should possess. It is in pursuant to the provision of our Constitution in Article 2, Section 27 that says, “The State shall maintain honesty and integrity in the public service and take positive and effective measures against graft and corruption”. In the same way, private citizens should observe the same. Nation building is the business of all. It is a public-private partnership endeavor. As we contemplate on how we can significantly contribute in nation-building this year, let us commit or recommit to live a life of integrity. Our words and actions in and outside of the workplace have the power to influence others to uphold the same. By: JESUS V. SISON, PTRP CRFV, Deputy National Director “The best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear.” – Will Ferrell
This season is a celebration of a time of glad tidings. We hear Christmas carols and greetings everywhere we go. We convey a message of hope, change, and love, and we are reminded to make the message loud so that everyone will take note. To make a resounding message and to have it accepted, it takes maturity and sincerity to deliver it. Thus, we need to be conscious of the power of our words, especially among us - mature leaders. The tongue has prodigious power. Like values, words also matter. We can intuitively know as we sweepingly look at history. From the scriptures and even referential books of the past, much of it has been shaped by words, for treaties in the name of peace, for good or ill. For instance, World War II began on September 1, 1939, and spilled in the Pacific on December 8. While the words of Adolf Hitler motivated the slaughter of millions of innocents to execute bloodshed and invasions, the words of Winston Churchill inspired and stirred a nation to resist their adversaries against all odds. Words can affect a nation and can also impact individual people. This shows a message can be so loud because of our spoken words. It also shows the importance of leaders mastering their speech and gaining mastery over their tongue. This is a sign of maturity of one’s leadership. Maturity in leadership harnesses the power of a tamed tongue. Such is the reason why God purposely designed the tongue to have power. Saint James is sharing that every time we open our lips, we expose who we are and what the contents of our hearts are. He’s saying that a person who skillfully knows how to bridle the tongue and rein it for good is a mature individual. A leader in his/ her capacity. A mature leader. Taming the tongue is not shutting up. It’s the wisdom and skill to know when to speak, when not, what to say, and to whom we will talk. Again, Saint James mentioned interesting analogies of what a tongue is. He said it was “Poisoned”. It tends to lean towards evil. He described it as “full of deadly poison.” it is a “restless evil.” Pronounces “world of unrighteousness.” It stains and contaminates the whole body, and it is set on fire by hell. These metaphors take us back to the dawn of creation in the Garden of Eden. It was in the garden where the devil injected its deadly poison into humanity. How? Through cunning words and ungodly conversations. Man can subdue every creature and has, except the human tongue. This is what sets humans apart from animals. We have language. We speak, but it was touched by sin. This is the moral lesson that we should remember. Words are so powerful that they can either build or destroy. It can give life or death. This is why we must be careful and discerning if we engage in ungodly conversations because we poison ourselves and destroy other people and relationships. Cunning and deceitful words will result in miseries and loss of our future and destiny. A mature leader harnesses the power of a tamed tongue. We must remind ourselves that our tongues were created to express thankfulness, worship, and glory to God. They are meant to build up, be constructive, develop, motivate, and encourage. We should be producing life instead of death. We should be speaking about redemption and renewal instead of corruption and lies. We should be declaring times of refreshing and seasons of restoration instead of condemnation and hopelessness. This brings us to the conclusion of the matter. A tongue problem is not categorically a tongue problem per se but is a heart problem. Jesus Christ said that out of the abundance of the heart, the mouth speaks. No person can tame the tongue because it reflects a corrupted heart because of “Selfish Interest Nature” or S.I.N. A speech problem, a problem taming or controlling ourselves, is not simply a personality flaw or a product of our environment or culture. It’s an issue of a dead, depraved, and sinful heart. But there is hope. God promised that He would give us a new heart. Jesus Christ came for this to take place. He was born on Christmas eve and sent glad tidings that there is hope and joy to all humanity. And through His death and resurrection, He destroyed the works of evil and the horror of sin. As we confess our sins, He is faithful and forgives us. As we confess His Lordship over our lives, He changes our hearts. He healed, cured, and restored a poisoned tongue through His finished work. No man can tame the tongue. Only Jesus can tame the tongue by setting us free from the bondage of a corrupt heart. King David prayed and declared: Who may worship in your sanctuary, Lord? Who may enter your presence on your holy hill? Those who lead blameless lives and do what is right, speaking the truth from sincere hearts. Those who refuse to gossip or harm their neighbors or speak evil of their friends. Those who despise flagrant sinners, and honor the faithful followers of the Lord, and keep their promises even when it hurts. Those who lend money without charging interest, and who cannot be bribed to lie about the innocent. Such people will stand firm forever |
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