It’s a common rule that “nice guys finish last.” they don’t
have that edge, that sexy devil-may-car attitude that gives the bad boys their
appeal. But if nice guys finish last in our culture…well, check out what the
Bible says happens to the bad boys. “Though the wicked sprout like weeds and
evildoers flourish, they will be destroyed forever” (Psalms 92:7). That’s right…bad
boys don’t finish at all.
The nice guy might feel like he’s getting left behind,
but his integrity, morality, and strong principles will steer him through. “Follow
the steps of good men instead, and stay on the paths of the righteous. For only
the godly will live in the land, and those with integrity will remain in it,”
says Solomon (Proverbs 2:20-21).
The nice guy – the godly
guy – respects his girlfriend. He’s humble and teachable, and always striving
to better himself for God and for the woman he loves. He’s upright and lives
beyond reproach. He keeps Christ at the center of the relationship, knowing
that “in him all things hold together” (Colossians 1:17). He seeks godly advice
from wise teachers. He is cautious and self-controlled, is patient, faithful,
and loyal.
If women overlook him to go after the wild ride instead,
they’ll find that the adventure is short-live. The Bible says, “It is better to
be godly and have little than to be evil and rich. For the strength of the
wicked will be shattered, but the Lord takes care of the godly” (Psalm
37:16-17). If you’re a nice guy who’s been single for a while, be encouraged. The
maturity process takes time, but your character will shine through in the end.
Prayer: It’s hard
not to take the wrong path. Everywhere I look it seems that people are
desperate for pleasure. Keep me moving forward in wisdom while focusing my eyes
straight ahead. Amen.
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