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1 Corinthians 4:3-4 – As for me, it matters very little how I might be evaluated by you or by any human authority. I don't even trust my own judgment on this point. My conscience is clear, but that doesn't prove I'm right. It is the Lord himself who will examine me and decide. (NLT)
At some point, it is likely that we have all heard this sentence: "My conscience is clear." We may have even said it ourselves. While we need to have a clear conscience, the sensitivity and integrity of individual consciences are very relative.
The conscience of some people permits them to do certain things, while the conscience of some others won't permit them to do those same things. It is not enough for us to feel like we are in the clear with our conscience. We must make sure that the clearness of our conscience is in alignment with the Word of God and the Holy Spirit.
There are many thieves, fornicators, adulterers, idolaters, etc., who do the things that they do without feeling guilty. They believe that it is natural, and they believe that their actions are acceptable. This doesn't mean that God has lowered His standards to align with their consciences. God is still God, and sin is still sin. One can have a supposedly clear conscience and still be in danger of hell. We must seek God always to ensure that we are not just doing right by ourselves, but that we are doing right by Him.
Prayer: Search me, O God, and know my heart; test me and know my anxious thoughts. Point out anything in me that offends you, and lead me along the path of everlasting life. (Psalm 139:23-24 NLT) Amen.
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Thank you.
Very true words, Chubie.
SO TRUE!!!!
(Texas, USA)
Amen Chubie, well said.
Blessings.
These are great thoughts to chew on, Pastor Chubie. Well said!
Thank you for sharing this encouraging devotional with us. Blessings.
Thank you, Chubie. A friend and I were talking about this last night. This adds to our discussion.
Thanks Pastor Chubie. Good and important words to follow in our daily lives and be determined to live with a clear conscience. Blessings for writing.
Thank you, Pastor Chubie, for today’s devotion.
It will strengthen my faith with these thoughts.
Thank you,
(Quebec Canada)
Thank you, Pastor Ujah for this helpful reminder today. It goes along with the Bible translation I am loving these days, The Message. New words for the old familiar ones that wake me up to all the depth of meaning that Scripture holds for us.
Thank you for a good message. Many Christians believe we need to change with the times and live their lives like non-believers. Many Presbyterian churches accept changes on issues that are very disturbing and disagreeable to many members. This will lead many to leave the church.
(Ontario, Canada)