As you know I have been taking my morning quite time to read through a chapter of Proverbs. I have written a few articles on what God has been speaking to me. I say a few because He speaks in volumes when you take time to let the words of this book sink in.

Such is the case this morning. When I read the first verse of chapter 22, I simply can't go any further.

"A good name is to be more desired than great riches." - Wow!

If we could concentrate our day on this verse. If we could just end the day and be able to say that when it is all said and done my name is in good standing. I didn't jeopardize my good name just to make a few extra dollars. I didn't bring my name into question when dealing with customers or fellow employees. The way I treated others today caused others to respect me instead of disrespect. When they encounterd me they could walk away from our conversation and would be able to say "now there is a born again Christian"

When I lay my head down on my pillow tonight I can say without a doubt - my name is still in good standing with God and with those around me.

Prayer: "God help me today to keep my name in good standing with You and with those around me."