Introspection

In the last few months I have been around a few people that, for one reason or another, caused me to become very introspective. This seems like a noble thing to do. I hate being a hypocrite. I like to be totally transparent. I honestly believe that is exactly what Christ wants from me.

Sometimes, being very forthright can come across as arrogant. I hate arrogance. I don't like to be around superficial, pompous people; nor do I ever want to come across that way myself. But did you ever think what an unstable life you would have if you always lived to please everyone else?

SO! Here is my assessment! I believe that I should always stay clean before my Lord. As long as I am abiding in Him, I need not fear if people question my motives. When I become very introspective, I find that in itself, is being self-centered. I already know that "in me dwells no good thing." So, why should that surprise me. What am I going to find if I stay there, picking every thought and intent apart.

Hebrews 4:14-16
"Seeing then that we have a great high priest, that is passed into the heavens, Jesus the Son of God, let us hold fast our profession.

For we have not an high priest which cannot be touched with the feeling of our infirmities; but was in all points tempted like as we are, yet without sin.

Let us therefore come boldly unto the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, and find grace to help in time of need."

If I can come BOLDLY to God, knowing that He knows my heart, and still find grace to help in time of need, then I must assume that there are times when I must allow people to think what that want to think and not let that become a root of bitterness in my own introspection. Thank you, Lord, that there is safety in the hollow of Your hand!