A Distorted View

Entering the House of Mirrors at a carnival, you expect to see unusual images. Mirrors can misrepresent your reflection—the available light and glass quality play a role in what you see. So, a mirror reflection is not always accurate, and it cannot reveal who you are. Just as a mirror can be deceptive, you can easily deceive yourself and others into believing you are someone you’re not. But looking into God’s Word will truthfully shed light on your imperfections and, and unless you receive and respond to what it reveals, you will walk in self-deceit and disobedience.

God is the true Light (John 1:1–9) and knows the real you. He wants you to see areas in your life where deception has led you to believe something that isn’t true; He wants you to take note of needed changes in your life and then live out the truth. Call out to our Father as the psalmist: “O send out Thy light and Thy truth; let them lead me” (Psalm 43:3a). As God’s Light shines on you, receive and act upon the truth He reveals. Only then can you walk victoriously and reflect Him to others.