The BIG Idea: Lying reveals the pride in my heart.

1. What does it mean to bear false witness? (Deuteronomy 19:15-19; Hosea 4:1-2)

To lie to or about someone.

2. Who is my neighbor? (Luke 10:25-37)

Anyone I meet.

3. What is the problem with lying to or about my neighbor? (Titus 1:2; Proverbs

6:16-19; 12:22; John 8:33-34)

Lying protects self at the expense of others.

4. How do I fulfill the Ninth Commandment?

Love honestly (Eph 4:15).

Speak truthfully (Eph 4:25). Repent. Speak truth. Be truthful with one

another.

Act faithfully (Mat 5:33-37).