Read: 1 John 3:16-24
Recently I read about a private investigator in the US who would knock on a door, show his badge to whoever answered, and say, I guess we dont have to tell you why were here. Many times, the person would look stunned and say, How did you find out? then go on to describe an undiscovered criminal act committed long ago. Writing in Smithsonian magazine, Ron Rosenbaum described the reaction as an opening for the primal force of conscience, the telltale hearts internal monologue.
We all know things about ourselves that no one else knowsfailures, faults, sinsthat although confessed to God and forgiven by Him may come back to accuse us again and again. John, one of Jesus close followers, wrote about Gods love for us and the call to follow His commands, saying: By this we know that we are of the truth, and shall assure our hearts before Him. For if our heart condemns us, God is greater than our heart, and knows all things (1 John 3:19-20).
Our confidence toward God grows out of His love and forgiveness in Christ, not our performance in life. We know that He abides in us, by the Spirit whom He has given us (v.24).
God, who knows everything about us, is greater than our self-condemnation.
Good evening, Mayor, and thank you for today’s sustenance for body and soul.
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