Secrets

How can I know all the sins lurking in my heart?
    Cleanse me from these hidden faults.

Psalm 19:12

 

As we go through our day, are we aware of the things we think, say, do, or neglect to do which are sinful?  Honestly, I can't remember everything that's included in each day.  David had the same problem, but he knew that God knows everything.  So David wanted to make sure his heart was clean before God.  

 

Then again, there are some things we know are sins, but we don't want to admit them to anyone else...especially others and God!  Let's think about this: what would happen to our reputation if it became known that we were angry with a coworker but pretended everything was fine?  What would happen if it became known that you got too much change back and kept it?  What would happen if it became known act one way in public but are a beast at home, terrorizing our family into silence?  What would happen if it became known.....?  So many places to take this question.  But remember, no matter what we try to hide, God knows.

 

What can we say then?  Is there no relief?  No grace? No forgiveness?  The answer is God is willing to cleanse us and we must be willing to be cleansed.  Remember to ask God to cleanse us from our hidden faults.