Righteous Thing

Mr. Bill is legally deaf in his left ear, which presents some communication challenges. The challenges are compounded as he [whenever possible] strategically positions me on his left as much as possible … so he CAN’T hear me.

This is a popular phrase, “Do the right thing.” It is definitely a worthy goal to teach our children and young people, and even sounds good … on-the-surface. One must ask, however, what exactly IS the “right thing?” A survey of individuals would certainly render varying answers. The concept of relativism is well-accepted in our culture, and promotes the idea there is no absolute truth; rather, everything is “relative” or subject to different values, perceptions, and considerations. The Apostle John wrote, “If ye know that He is righteous, ye know that every one that doeth righteousness is born of Him.” (1 John 2:29). God’s Word clearly states everything is relative to the righteousness of Christ. When we say-write-teach “do the right thing," there must be substance to “right,” not ever-changing truth. I challenge you to read Psalm 119 and learn righteous-relativism rooted in the Truth of God’s Word. Read it, meditate on it, then … do the righteous thing!