Looking in the Mirror
August 3rd, 2010
How many times a day do you look in the mirror? For some us, a quick glance is all that is needed. For others, it can go for hours, or at least it seems like it. What is the purpose of the mirror? Well, the mirror accurately reflects what you look like to discern imperfection that might be there.
In the book of James, we are introduced to the imagery of God's Word being like a mirror. So, God's Word reveals who you really are in light of who God really is. As you look in the mirror, you have the ability to see where there may be imperfections in your life. The question now becomes will you just continue to look at the imperfections or will you do something about them. James says be doers of the Word and not just hearers. Most of us know our weaknesses but yet fail to do anything about them. But if we are honest and look at this mirror (God's Word) we know that in order to become more like Christ, we must resort to a call of action.
The time is now for you to see yourselves as the beautiful creation that God intended. That can only happen when you surrender your desires and let God shape and mold you into becoming more like His Son. Have no doubt the process will be painful, but the end result so worthwhile.
Posted by David Apps
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