Psalm 15

What a character reference! And what a call to humility for all of us. For as the prophets attest, there is no one who always measures up to these standards. That doesn’t mean the standards aren’t real, but that we must depend on Gods grace to carry us over the rough spots.

It is important to note that speaking the truth begins in the heart. Most of us lie to ourselves before we lie to others. Honest self appraisal, honest prayer to God, these things are a start on living an honest life.

The NIV has verse 3 correct: "and has no slander on his tongue, who does his neighbor no wrong and casts no slur on his fellowman." Here are two different ways to wrong your neighbor. Slander and the casting of a slur on a man. And no man who is honest with himself about himself can lightly speak evil of another man (see Titus 3). This is also a man who keeps his word even when it hurts.

The caution against usury arises from the law, and prohibits lending money on interest to the poor. It does not prohibit taking a return on investments.

The last reference "does not accept a bribe against the innocent," presumes jury duty.

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