There is a constant debate about which came first. Corruption or poor economic performance. Irrespective of what you may believe, and without saying which came first, corruption does lead to poorer economic performance for a country. Leaders of countries are fully accountable for not playing a strong part in eliminating corruption. The problem is that many of these leaders depend on financial resources from corruption to stay in power. But, we know it is not sustainable. Proverbs 15:27 The greedy bring ruin to their households, but the one who hates bribes will live. Verse 16 in this chapter says, better is a little with the fear of the Lord, than great treasure with trouble. Verse 17 further adds, better is a dinner of herbs where love is, than a fatted calf with hatred. There are many truths in this chapter but these verses speak to me greatly. For me love, joy and peace are the most important before anything else, even mon...