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1/13/2002

 
A few years back, a national case was televised concerning a childless couple going to court against a woman who had agreed to give birth to a child for them. However, after giving birth, the woman decided not to give the child to the couple. I certainly don't agree with childless couples looking for surrogate mothers to give birth for them; however, the case was interesting because it showed how people constantly violate the principles God has given in order to live peacefully with our fellow man.
  1. Count the cost. If someone asks something of you, don't just jump and do it; think before you act!. Do a self check to see if you have any personal hang-ups that might threaten your completion of the deal. Consider the cost (Luke 14:28-32).
  2. Let your answer be yes or no. Don't be afraid to tell people one or the other; such is true because you will be the person that will have to live with your answer. Jesus encouraged men to follow this advice in Matthew 5:37.
  3. Keep your word. One's word is his bond, so a person is only as good as his or her word. Of course there may be circumstances that challenge, or even prevent, a well intentioned person from carrying out his word—that we understand. However, if possible do your best to keep your word even if it does cause you some discomfort. Your integrity will remain clear to all (Psalm 50:14, Psalm 116:18, Prov. 6:1-5, Eccl. 5:1-7, Judges 11:35).

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