We are continuing in our study of Philippians 4:8 and thinking about what we think about. Last week we talked about thinking about things that are true- actual occurrences. This week we are looking at the second word in our list- Noble or Honest. Honest sounds so much like truth it could make us wonder why both words are included. Truth is the Greek word “alethes” and deals more with an action or circumstance. Speaking truth, a true circumstance, etc. Honest is the word “semnos” and appears to be more concerned with your character. The word “semnos” appears 3 other times in the New Testament. Each time it is used it describes how someone should be. For instance, it is used for a deacon, an aged man, and the wife of a deacon. It is often translated as grave or serious. I have seen lots of Christians who look grave- like they just sucked on a lemon, but I don’t think that is quite the point here. It is more of a Christian who is sincere and intentional about their relationship with God. ...