Our wisdom for today is found in Proverbs 20:6.
“Many a man proclaims his loving devotion, but who can find a trustworthy man?”
This profound verse echoes Maya Angelou’s famous quote: “When people show you who they are, believe them the first time.” Both sentiments underscore a crucial life lesson: actions speak louder than words.
We often encounter people who boast about their loyalty and good intentions. However, words alone cannot measure one’s character. It is through consistent, reliable actions that character is revealed.
Being trustworthy means aligning our actions with our words, fulfilling our promises and commitments, even when it’s inconvenient or challenging. It’s about being dependable and faithful, not just in grand gestures but in the small, everyday moments that build trust over time.
Remember, whether explicitly stated or not, people are always watching. Our actions, more than our words, define who we are and what we stand for.
We must always be people whose whose actions consistently demonstrate that we are who we claim to be.
In a world where words are plentiful but genuine trustworthiness is rare, let us be the exception. Let our actions speak so loudly that our words become almost unnecessary.
I’m Lonnie Davis, and these are thoughts worth thinking.