Walk Straight

Opening Verse

“He that walketh uprightly walketh surely: but he that perverteth his ways shall be known.”
—Proverbs 10:9 (KJV)

Introduction

Upright walking isn’t limited to work or public life. It stretches into friendships, family, and even the thoughts we entertain. God calls us to walk straight in every area. There is no hiding with Him.

Devotional Story

A young woman grew tired of feeling left out. Her friends were always talking about the latest gossip, mocking others, even sharing private messages just to get a laugh. At first, she stayed silent. Then she joined in. She laughed, she shared, and she felt accepted.

But her peace vanished. At night, she replayed the conversations and felt guilt she couldn’t shake. One day, the girl they mocked most stood crying in the hallway. The young woman knew why. Her conscience burned.

That night she prayed, “Lord, I want to walk uprightly. I’m done being two-faced.” The next day, she apologized to the girl and made a hard decision: she left that friend group.

It cost her something. But her peace came back, and so did her strength. She made new friends who feared God and spoke life. Now she encourages others to walk the secure path—no matter how lonely it may seem at first.

What This Means

Walking uprightly means choosing what pleases God even when it’s unpopular. It’s not about perfection. It’s about honesty, purity, and repentance. The crooked path will always get found out. But the straight path? It leads to peace, protection, and the approval of Heaven.

Think About This

Are there conversations you’ve been part of that Jesus would never join? Is your integrity solid even in private?

Prayer

Lord, I want to walk securely in every part of my life. Help me turn away from anything that dishonors You—even if it costs me. Give me courage to walk uprightly, and joy that doesn’t come from the crowd. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Closing Verse

“Let integrity and uprightness preserve me; for I wait on thee.”
—Psalm 25:21 (KJV)