I cannot hide

I like to dispense advice probably more than most folks. Now, my advice is about as worthless as it comes but I dispense it freely anyway. When I run into young folks that are just starting out, I like to tell them two things: "You don't have to know everything; you just need to know where to find the answers. And, always have someone to blame."

Of course, I am kidding about the second one. The first one is absolutely true, you don't have to know everything; you just need to know where to find the answers. I am blessed to work with and know some very intelligent and knowledgeable people that I can go to when I need an answer. While the first piece of advice is valuable, the second piece is the one that most people adhere to.

Today's word is Proverbs 28:13, NLT, which reads, "People who conceal their sins will not prosper, but if they will confess and turn from them, they will receive mercy."

While we often look for someone to blame or a way to hide what we have done, the fact is that we cannot hide. We may hide it from others but we never escape the watchful eye of GOD. We may try to blame others for our mistakes and failures and sins but the truth is that we are to blame. And, we will never have peace until we acknowledge our sins and turn from them.

Look, I have admitted before that I am a complete failure on my best day. I make enough mistakes for most everyone combined. I pray that I always admit my sins instead of trying to blame someone else. I pray that I will confess and turn, for that is the only way to receive forgiveness and mercy. I pray that I always realize that I cannot hide.

Be Blessed,
Mickey T