While channel surfing I came across the final episode of a popular “reality’ show. One million dollars was the prize for the winner. It seems that by lying, conniving and scheming, one contestant was eliminated each week. As the program unfolded one of the finalist broke a vow that had been made publicly.
When others expressed shock and disappointment at his action, his defense was “It’s just a game.” Yes, it was just a game but one worth $1 million. He said that if this was “real life” he would have kept his word and set a good example for his son. “Situational ethics’ has borne sad fruit! Seemingly, the price tag on moral values is $1 million. Honor sold to the highest bidder! “The love of money is the root of all evil.” (1 Timothy 6:10)
House builders cover up shoddy workmanship with extra paint. Politicians say what paying supporters want to hear to get elected. Loans are made to favored customers with a wink and an envelope of kickback. “It’s just a game,” they all say. Everybody does it! We all play! That’s what makes “reality shows” popular. Art imitates life!
I object! The moral standard is not for sale. It is not a game. God’s standard does not change. “The truth will make you free”, Jesus said in John 8:32.
Children and adults are brainwashed to think that cutting corners, compromising facts and shaving points is profitable and they want to try it because “it is just a game.”
There are some non-negotiables; this is one: “do not lie” (Leviticus 19:11) or ‘do not lie to each other.” (Colossians 3:9)
God’s children don’t have the luxury of a “pick and choose” morality. It’s all or nothing. Speak the truth in love, all the time, and keep your word. Truth and trust are not “for sale” at any time.
“Thank You, God, for always keeping your promises to us. Help us to learn
from You and be like You. Amen”
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