Biblical Answer

Lying affects your relationship with God in several ways. First, it dishonors God and diminishes his glory. When we lie, we are denying the character of God who is truth (Hebrews 6:18) and whose word embodies truth (John 17:17). Jesus said, "I am ... the truth" (John 14:6), indicating that there is nothing false in him. By lying, we are contradicting the nature of God and undermining his authority. This can lead to a strained relationship with God, as our actions are not in line with his character.

Second, lying can lead to self-deception and unbelief about God's goodness and character. When we lie, we often do so because we believe that God is not really good or that he is holding out on us. This can lead to doubts and conflicting beliefs about God that hide in our hearts, only apparent when we notice what we actually do rather than what we say. This can create a sense of uncertainty and insecurity in our relationship with God, making us wonder if we are good enough or if our actions are pleasing to him.

Third, lying can lead to a false sense of security and a dependence on good deeds to appease an angry or irritated God. When we lie, we may feel like we can get away with it, but this can lead to a false sense of security and a dependence on our own efforts to maintain a relationship with God. However, this is not a healthy or biblical approach to our relationship with God. Instead, we should be responding to God's grace and character, rather than trying to earn his favor through our own good deeds. By lying, we are actually diminishing God's glory and undermining his authority, which can lead to a strained relationship with God.