Summary: Growing up, my family owned very few possessions. So, it was a big deal when my mom bought two throw pillows for our couch. I remember them well - they were colorful and had four tempting tassels. As soon as I saw the tassels, I became obsessed with the idea of cutting one off. When I gave in to my childish temptation, I was left with nothing but regret and shame. Afraid of how my parents might respond, I ran into our yard and hid. The time I spent hiding seemed like an eternity. I finally broke down and apologized. There were consequences, but confessing and asking for forgiveness felt so much better than the bone-crushing anxiety of trying to hide. In the Bible, we learn that David experienced the same phenomenon. He says, “When I kept silent, my bones wasted away through my groaning… Then I acknowledged my sin to you… and you forgave the guilt of my sin.” Sometimes, out of fear, we try hard to avoid confessing our sins. But, hiding from God is pointless; He knows us through and through. Yes, there will be consequences, but His grace is vast. If you feel burdened by something you’ve done, stop hiding! Confess and trust in God’s unfailing love.
