Nothing in all creation is hidden from God’s sight. Everything is uncovered and laid bare before the eyes of him to whom we must give account.
Hebrews 4:13
Mirrors serve many purposes in our lives. Whether for safety, beauty or aesthetics, they all have the same function – to reflect an image.
Last week we reflected on God’s grace towards us as we completed a self-examination, admitting the thing or things that do not glorify God.
We ended with the absolute truth that God still loves us. Here’s another truth, God in His infinite omniscience knows everything about us.
Let that sink in. The thing or things that challenge you and I, the things we struggle with, the sin, God already knows.
We easily quip that God knows our hearts. Can we just as easily accept that God knows our secrets? We should, because it’s true. There is no one who knows us better than God. Not our parents or spouse, not even ourselves – God knows it all, from beginning to end. He created us in His image (Genesis 1:26-27) and only through the power of His Holy Spirit are we continually made more like Him (2 Corinthians 3:18).
Let’s visualize for a moment each of us are standing in front of a mirror. Since we are made in His image, God is holding each mirror. When we sin it’s like streaks on a mirror. You know the ones – they are stubborn, you can’t quite see any clear image because they are in the way. They take a little more work to wipe away. You may think it’s gone but then you look from a different angle and see the same imperfection or a new one comes seemingly from nowhere.
The cleaning of our ‘mirrors’, if left to us, would never occur. Just like we could never be more like Him within our own actions, or trying in our own strength. But praise God that our Father is able to wipe us clean through His Son, Jesus Christ, who bore all of our sins on the cross (1 Peter 2:24). And through God’s strength, by His Will, He leads us through progressive sanctification. Dear friends, we are streak-free!
Another absolute truth, these promises are only for born-again believers. If you do not know Him yet, He is waiting for you to invite Him in your heart.
So, who holds your mirror?
Questions for today?
- Have I been honest about my sins? Have I confessed, repented and asked God for forgiveness? (Am I making the decision to accept Christ today? – If so, please contact us to walk with you through the most important decision of your life)
- Is there someone I need to apologize to/forgive/reach out to/let go of?
- Knowing I am forgiven, am I seeking the Lord in living free of my sin habits and thoughts?
- Do I understand that free will and forgiveness are not free passes to sin against God?
- Am I a genuine person or do I present who I want others to see?
- Do I pray, worship, fellowship, evangelize and disciple joyfully?
In your quiet time read the referenced scriptures, journal and pray through the answers to the questions.
Trust God. Seek Him. Be Affirmed in Christ.
Affirmed in Christ 