Recently I heard a man tell a boldface lie. He did not care that someone in the room knew the truth; he only wanted to avoid his responsibilities.
This same man once knew how to make people laugh. He sang with a voice that could charm the stars. He taught the word of God with persuasive speech and was admired by those who heard him speak. Now he is an alcoholic and an abuser. His behavior has destroyed all of his relationship until the only people who believe his lies are new acquaintances.
God's word will always prove true. No matter how many years we serve God, if we turn away from him we turn toward death (Ezekiel 33).
