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| Out of Sight Out of Mind? |
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| ¡°Am I only a God nearby . . . and not a God far away? Can anyone hide in secret so that I cannot see him? . . . Do not I fill heaven and earth?¡¯ declares the Lord.¡± ( Jeremiah 23:23-24 , NIV ) |
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Brent loved the childhood game of hide-and-seek. He was better hiding than seeking, even as an adult.
The childhood game changed only slightly as Brent grew into adult years. He tried to hide perks in his firm by showing them as business deductions. He thought no one knew about his extramarital affair. When both situations were disclosed, the dangerous game was over for Brent and the shame cost him dearly.
Hiding behind a senseless but popular notion that ¡°everybody takes some shortcuts,¡± Brent not only dishonored himself, his employer, and his wife, but also he revealed a shallow and pretentious faith.
In the aftermath of all the humiliation, Brent is rebuilding his life with a seeker-disposition. He is seeking a true relationship with God and trusting in the wisdom coming from Bible studies. He is paying back money owed to the federal government. He has apologized to partners of his firm. A godly marriage therapist is helping him and his wife.
Brent will make it even though some emotional scars will remind him of his foolish choices. He is a better seeker now. His hiding days are over. |
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Loving Father who sees everything, help me to be more grateful that You are watching me and caring about my life. In Jesus¡¯ name. Amen. - WILLIAM E. YOUNG, Abilene, Texas |
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