1. Be genuine

Jesus said to let your good deeds be seen by others (5:16), but he didn't mean we should be actors that perform for others to look good. There is a time to give, a time to pray, and a time to mourn. We do so as God calls us with a genuine heart. Social media 'likes' and a good reputation from those who don't even really know us may make us feel good, but they are nothing compared to the loving embrace of God who really sees us for who we are.

2. In the secret

It is said that someone's true character is found in the secret places that are not seen by the world. Whether we deem ourselves good or bad, God sees everything about us and meets us with open arms of grace. God can only meet us as we truly are, and he doesn't require anything but faith in his grace to accept us.


Application: Lord, thank you for seeing me as I am and accepting me. Help me to be genuine as I live in the world and avoid creating false images.
One Word: He who is unseen sees and accepts you