Month: June 2026

Good day, good people! This is the day that the Lord has made; never forget that. Regardless of what you face in the morning, afternoon, or evening, this day for you and me is a gift, so let’s cherish it.

No matter who we are, we all have blind spots. In fact, it is self-deception to think that we do not have them. Consider how our bodies were designed: we cannot naturally see the back of our own heads. In the same way, there are faults, weaknesses, and errors within us that we often fail to notice.

This is why acknowledging our mistakes is so important. When we own our errors, we become aware that blind spots exist, and we learn to walk more carefully. However, when we deceive ourselves into believing that we are beyond correction, we only deepen our blindness.

Psalm 19:12 (AMP)
Who can understand his errors or omissions? Acquit me of hidden (unconscious, unintended) faults.

David’s prayer reveals a profound truth: there are faults within us that we may not even recognize. Some mistakes are obvious, but others are hidden from our own awareness. This is why he asks God not only to forgive what he knows but also what he does not know.

One of the thought-provoking questions found in Proverbs is

“Who can say, ‘I have kept my heart pure; I am cleansed from my sin’?” (Proverbs 20:9)

Notice that the writer asks a question rather than making a statement. If someone claims to have a pure heart, on what basis can they make such a claim? It is not enough to say, “I do not do bad things; therefore, my heart must be pure.”

The reality is that our actions are not always the best measure of our hearts. There are attitudes, motives, assumptions, and hidden faults that only God can fully see. This is why David prayed for God to acquit him of faults that were unconscious and unintended. Blind spots can influence our decisions and actions without us even realizing it.

Therefore, it is self-deception to declare ourselves pure apart from God’s judgment. True humility recognizes that we need God’s help not only for the sins we know about but also for the faults we have yet to see.

As we celebrate Gratitude Friday, let us thank God for His mercy and grace. Let us thank Him for standing in the gap, covering our blind spots, and extending forgiveness even when we fall short unintentionally. Instead of deceiving ourselves, may we remain humble before Him and allow Him to reveal the areas of our lives that still need His transforming work.

Takeaway
Self-deception begins when we assume there is nothing wrong with us. Wisdom begins when we acknowledge that we all have blind spots and need God’s help to see them. Today, thank God not only for forgiving your known sins but also for His mercy toward the faults you have not yet recognized. Ask Him to search your heart, reveal what is hidden, and guide you in His truth.

Prayer: Abba, Father, we thank you in Jesus’ name. Ameni!

Good day, good people! This is the day that the Lord has made; never forget that. Regardless of what you face in the morning, afternoon, or evening, this day for you and me is a gift, so let’s cherish it.

When we read through the Old Testament, we quickly notice that many of the stories reveal the importance of the fear of God—the reverence and respect people had for Him. We also see the consequences when that reverence is absent.

One of the stories that made it to the book was of Cain throwing a tantrum, and God personally addressed Cain and warned him about the danger that was growing in his heart.

Imagine that—not his father or mother, but God Himself warned him. Yet Cain chose not to listen. His lack of reverence for God’s warning affected his relationship with his brother and ultimately led him to commit murder.

This raises an important question for us today: What warnings are we ignoring because we think we can handle things on our own?

Psalm 36:1 (NLT)
Sin whispers to the wicked, deep within their hearts. They have no fear of God at all.

As sovereign as God is, He still gives us the freedom to choose whether we will fear Him or not. However, when reverence for God is absent, we become more susceptible to listening to the voice of sin.

One thing I have discovered is that reverence for God is not demonstrated only in major life decisions. It often appears in small, everyday choices. Likewise, a lack of reverence is usually revealed in the little things before it becomes visible in the bigger things.

Consider the people in Noah’s day. Many of them were not necessarily committing violent crimes. They were simply living their normal lives.

Matthew 24:38 (NLT)
“People were enjoying banquets and parties and weddings right up to the time Noah entered his boat.”

The warning was there. Noah’s obedience was there. The opportunity to respond was there. But reverence for God was not.

When we embody the fear of God, it influences our decisions, our attitudes, and our relationships. The fear of God serves as a guide that helps us make choices that honor Him, even when those choices are difficult.

Joseph is a powerful example of this. When Potiphar’s wife tried to entice him into sin, Joseph chose to fear God rather than satisfy his immediate desires. At that moment, it seemed as though his decision had ruined his life. He was falsely accused and imprisoned. Yet God had a greater plan in mind. What looked like a setback became part of God’s preparation for Joseph’s purpose.

The fear of God may not always lead to immediate comfort, but it will always lead us closer to God’s will. And when our decisions are guided by reverence for God, we position ourselves to experience His wisdom, protection, and direction in our relationships and in every area of life.

Takeaway

The fear of God is not about being terrified of Him; it is about honoring Him enough to take His Word, His warnings, and His guidance seriously. When reverence for God is present, it shapes our choices and protects our relationships. Before making decisions, responding in anger, or following our own desires, let us ask ourselves: “Am I acting with the fear of God?” A heart that reveres God will hear His warnings, trust His direction, and walk in His ways.

Prayer: Abba, Father, we thank you in Jesus’ name. Ameni!