A secondary school pupil honoured  as one of the ‘Best & Brightest’ in our community has provided a forceful demonstration of integrity. When his school team was given the word auditorium in a regional spelling competition, Peter Davis glanced down to ponder his response and noticed that the word was printed on the microphone stand. He called this to the attention of the judges who responded with a more difficult word. Peter did what he knew was right whether others noticed or not.

We don’t know when our actions might become an example to others. But if we live each day to honour Jesus, our behaviour will model His righteousness, no matter who is watching.

Idealism and enthusiasm are often best expressed by the young. But uprightness and honour should be goals for Christians of every age. Paul told his young protégé Timothy: “Let no one despise your youth, but be an example to the believers in word, in conduct, in love, in spirit, in faith, in purity” (1 Tim. 4:12).

Peter Davis says his goal in life is to change the world around him while never compromising himself. We would do well to join him in that pursuit of life, integrity and exemplary behaviour.

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David C. McCasland

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