The Bible tells us in many different verses that God is not only faithful, but that He is upright. What do these terms means to us?
Faithful means the fact or quality of being true to one’s word or commitments, as to what one has pledged to do, professes to believe, etc. Titus 1:2 reminds us that God cannot lie! This tells us that we may trust whatever He says.
Upright means morally erect; honest; just; conforming to high, moral standards.
Now let’s look at these Scriptures:
For the word of the Lord is upright; and all his works are done in faithfulness. 5 He loves righteousness and justice; the world is filled with the gracious love of the Lord. (Ps 33:4-5 ISV)
According to this passage, God’s Word is upright, honest, and just. All of God’s works are done in faithfulness, according to what He has promised. Glory to God!
Our Lord, you are true to your promises, and your word is like silver heated seven times in a fiery furnace. (Ps 12:6 CEV)
This Bible verse reminds us that God’s promises are true (genuine, valid, sincere), and that they have been tried and tested—just like fine silver.
The Lord is your mighty defender, perfect and just in all his ways; your God is faithful and true; he does what is right and fair. (Deu 32:4 GNT)
How reassuring to read this Bible passage above! God is declared to be our mighty Defender who is perfect and just (good, fair, honest, honorable) in all of His ways.
For the Lord is righteous, He loves righteousness; the upright will see His face. (Ps 11:7 NASB)
According to the Scripture shown above, all who are upright (honest, respectable, righteous) will see God’s face. Hallelujah!
The earth, O Lord, is full of thy steadfast love; teach me thy statutes! (Ps 119:64 RSV)
Lastly, we see the Lord’s love described as steadfast which is just another word for faithful, reliable and trustworthy.
As you can see, based upon what we have just studied, God is indeed faithful and upright! He is worthy to be praised!
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