GUILT IS TO THE SPIRIT
WHAT PAIN IS TO THE BODY
When we feel pain in our body it is a warning to alert us that something is not right with us physically and can drain our strength robbing us of quality of life. We should listen to our bodies and not ignore it for the pain is only a symptom and not the root of the problem. We need to visit a doctor to search and diagnose the root of the problem. Even then he can’t help us if we are not totally honest with him. He will give us a prescription for us to swallow or may recommend some form of surgery.
Likewise, when we feel guilty, our conscience is sending a warning to alert us that something is wrong with us spiritually robbing us of the joy of our salvation. We should listen to our conscience and not ignore that nagging conviction for it is only a symptom of a deeper root problem. We need to visit the Great Physician that He may search our totally open honest hearts to diagnosis the root of the guilt. He can then cleanse it out even if it may take spiritual surgery followed by a prescription signed by the Hand of God which may include swallowing a pill called pride which is the root of most of our spiritual ailments.There is nothing in this world that can replace the total joy of a guiltless relationship with God and with others.
Acts 24:16 And herein do I exercise myself, to have always a conscience void of offence toward God, and toward men.
CHALLENGE: Why live any longer with the nagging pain of a guilty conscience when you can visit the Great Physician?
Thank you for the analogy Margaret. Very intuitive thought and right on. Many people do not realize that is what is going on with them. They always wonder why they are frustrated. This is a good dose of medicine for them. Let’s pray it sinks in and takes affect.
Thank you for sharing this prophetic truth… My pain and suffering has become a part of my faith journey.. As I’m daily carrying my cross, bearing and challenged to develop in the fruit of love, kindness and longsuffering in Spirit; please pray that I don’t ignore the small voice who whispers in my soul when danger is on hand..