Proverbs 21:2
It is so easy for us to see faults in others that we fail to see our own mistakes. (Matthew 7:2-5) Perhaps it is because we have on rose-colored glasses when we look at our own behavior. You remember those glasses in the 80's that made everything look rosy? And yes, there was even a country song about it! Unfortunately, we laugh at such a spectacle, but the second half of the verse is very sobering.
No matter how successful we are at explaining away our poor behavior, God knows. He see our actions, but more importantly, he knows our heart. While we may have a fake smile on our face, he knows how we feel in our heart. Would our actions be any different if we knew that those around could see our heart? Would the feigned concern, little white lies and evil thoughts leave our repertoire when we realized that others could see our intentions?
Let's toss the rose-colored sunglasses and see ourselves as we really are - He does. Seek forgiveness from Him and we will no longer have anything to hide!
