People judge by outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart. ~ 1 Samuel 16:7b (NLT)
Just then, the Master turned and looked at Peter. Peter remembered what the Master had said to him: “Before the rooster crows, you will deny me three times.” He went out and cried and cried and cried. ~ Luke 22:61-62 (MSG)
KEY IDEA:
The Lord always seems to know what is going on inside us - - even more so than we know ourselves.PRAYER:
Lord, your INsight is both scarey and reassuring. I know that I can count on you to judge me fairly. Yet that knowledge does little to change the way I live. Indeed, it is your kindness that seems to do that. In your kindness forgive me for trying to judge others with my limited information and perspective. Fill me with wisdom, kindness, and faithfulness so that I am not betraying you. Amen.