An Integrity ‘To-do’ List

But from everlasting to everlasting the LORD’s love is with those who fear Him. (Psalm 103:17)

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Like me, many of you probably have ‘to-do’ lists. They help us keep on track with things that are important for us to complete. 
 
Kind David once wrote a to-do list. You might expect it to be a tick list for preparations for battle, or writing new Psalms but, in fact, it was an ‘Integrity List’. In it, he sets out the things that will help him to keep strong moral principles; ways of living that will keep him close to God.  David’s ‘Integrity List’ is found in Psalm 101. Here are some of the things he pledges to do:
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“I will be careful to live a blameless life.”
“I will lead a life of integrity in my own home.”
“I will refuse to look at anything vile and vulgar.”
“I hate all who deal crookedly; I will have nothing to do with them”.
“I will reject perverse ideas and stay away from every evil.” 
“I will not tolerate people who slander their neighbours.”
“I will not endure conceit and pride.”
“I will search for faithful people to be my companions.”
“Only those who are above reproach will be allowed to serve me.”
“I will not allow deceivers to serve in my house.” (Psalm 101:2-7)

David was wisely choosing to live his life in accordance with God’s will. 
 
You may not have a to-do list written down but, as Christians, there should be certain principles which are written in our hearts; principles that we follow when faced with tough circumstances in everyday life. 
 
Billy Graham once said, “Make it your goal to become more like Christ by refusing to let sin have its way, and pursuing instead that which is pure and good in the sight of God.”

If an ‘Integrity to-do list’ helps you to accomplished that, then start writing!

​Pauline Anderson