Credibility is an essential principle for effective communication and is dependent on three basic components. First, what is spoken must be rational and believable. The second component of credibility is integrity and honesty, for these are not only interwoven into the spoken language but also obviously seen in the person’s behavior.
A third component of credibility is demonstrated by the willingness to be held accountable whenever failure is experienced. The importance of revealing temptations to a trusted accountability partner is apparent. Exposing temptations diminishes their power while giving us credibility not only as a person but also as a believer.
The Apostle Paul tells us to "make sure your conversations are full of grace” for then they reflect the character of Christ Jesus. Listen to Ephesians 4:29: “Let there be no more foul language, but only good words suitable for the occasion which God can use to help other people.” This is laying up treasures in heaven.
What this adds up to, then, is this: no more lies, no
more pretense. Tell your neighbor the truth. In Christ’s body we’re all
connected to each other, after all. When you lie to others, you end up lying to
yourself.
~Ephesians 4:25 The Message
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