Be the Person Your Dog Thinks You Are

12/120/18So, a day or so ago I was writing about integrity and what it means, how we get it, etc...Well, as I’m studying and thinking about the topic of integrity again, my sweet puppy Emma is laying on my leg. She goes everywhere with me and is just so full of love. I would love to love unconditionally like she does. This reminded me of something I read or heard, “be the kind of person your dog thinks you are...”Wow, mic drop! That’s tough, because without saying it, Emma thinks I’m the greatest man that ever lived...and the most handsome. (I made that last part up)But integrity isn’t something we have or don’t have. Remember yesterday’s topic about putting in the work? It’s a lifestyle that we must intentionally strive for. Be intentional about striving for God’s truth and wisdom. We should surround ourselves with people who are always watching and holding us accountable. (This group) Sins multiply in silence and seem smaller with a lack of accountability. We are much more likely to continue to compromise when no one cares that we are doing it or will not find out. Accountability is hard, but is a key ingredient to taking responsibility for our actions and words. In other word, building integrity. Having a heart of integrity helps us recognize mistakes and reach out for God’s grace and forgiveness.Maybe then we can be the person our dog thinks we are...God>MePeace,