Be a Person of Integrity

On Woman’s Guild Sunday, we were reminded through a powerful message that integrity is not just a virtue—it is a calling. Although the message was directed largely to women, it extended a strong challenge to every man, woman, and young person to live as someone God can count on. The preacher led us through the lives of Abraham and Moses, through the trials of the Israelites, and finally into our own lives, calling each of us to reflect on our faithfulness and obedience. Let us now go deeper into that word—what it means to walk with integrity in a time of chaos, distraction, and suffering.

1. Abraham’s Endurance and Trust in God

Abraham was called by God and willingly became His servant. Despite years of waiting and many trials, he remained faithful. God told Abraham in Genesis that his descendants would be enslaved and suffer. Yet, that prophetic knowledge did not cause Abraham to doubt or forsake the Lord. Instead, he trusted the promises of God, believing that His purposes would prevail.

In our own communities, we witness hardship, injustice, and long seasons of waiting. Like Abraham, we may wonder why suffering happens. But Abraham teaches us that integrity is shown not in times of ease, but in how we continue to walk with God even when life is hard.

2. Moses and the Covenant of Obedience

Just like Abraham, Moses was chosen by God and given a difficult mission: to lead the Israelites out of bondage. The people had suffered in Egypt for generations. Yet even in their pain, God never abandoned them. He walked with them, He fed them, He provided water, and He shielded them from destruction.

On Mount Sinai, Moses made a covenant with God. There, the Lord assured him, “Tell them I am behind them.” This covenant was a promise of protection, guidance, and presence.

We too must make and keep a covenant with God. When we walk in obedience, even in times of uncertainty, God walks with us. The call to integrity begins with a commitment to trust God’s Word, even when we don’t understand His ways.

3. Stop Asking “Where Was God?”

The preacher reminded us of a critical truth: we must stop asking God where He was during our trials. Instead, we must ask ourselves: Did we walk with Him? Were we obedient?

Romans 8:28 declares that, “All things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are called according to His purpose.” Nothing is wasted in God’s hands—not pain, not delay, not failure. When we live with integrity, we trust that His hand is always at work, even when we can’t see it.

4. Be a Treasure to God

We were challenged to become something valuable to God—a treasure He can delight in. God has already provided for each one of us. But our response must be one of service and surrender.

Women were especially reminded that being part of the Woman’s Guild is not a title—it’s a call to action. It’s a call to work with your own hands, to serve the church, to support others, and to raise the next generation in the ways of God.

This call extends to every believer. Whether married or single, young or old, man or woman, we are each called to bring our gifts, our energy, and our hands to the work of the Lord.

5. A Warning from History: 23,000 Died

The preacher reminded us of a sobering moment from Scripture—1 Corinthians 10:8—where 23,000 people died in a single day because they disobeyed God. Though the exact details were not mentioned due to the sensitivity of the topic, the message was clear: disobedience has consequences.

This reminder isn’t meant to instill fear, but to awaken us. God is holy, and He calls His people to walk in holiness. When we take His Word lightly, we risk missing the blessings and protection that come with obedience. Let us live with integrity, not just in what people see, but in every area of our lives—private and public.

6. Are You Ready to Meet the Lord?

One of the most piercing questions from the message was this: Are you ready to meet the Lord when your time comes? The preacher said she was ready—and she challenged all of us to search our hearts and ask the same.

Are we living with heaven in mind, or are we consumed by temporary treasures? Fancy cars, beautiful homes, and university degrees are good, but they do not guarantee a place in God’s kingdom. Heaven is for those who have walked in righteousness and remained faithful.

7. Serve God by Serving Others

Lastly, the preacher invited both women and men to actively volunteer in the church. Our children need mentors. Our Sunday School needs teachers. The church needs workers who are not waiting for recognition, but are moved by love for God.

She warned us to stay away from hatred, jealousy, and division—things that poison the body of Christ. Instead, let us build each other up and offer ourselves as living sacrifices, holy and pleasing to God.

Conclusion

Integrity is not a costume we wear on Sunday. It is a posture of the heart that honors God in private and in public, in joy and in suffering. Abraham had it. Moses modeled it. The Israelites were called to it. And now we are challenged to live by it.

So, let the cry of our hearts be: “Lord, make me a person of integrity.” May the women of the Guild rise up with dignity. May the men stand strong in obedience. And may we all, as one church, prepare to meet our Lord—not empty-handed, but as vessels who have lived well, loved deeply, and served faithfully.