1734) I have read 1 Samuel 16:7 many times, focusing specifically on the part that says, Man looks at the outward appearance but God looks at the heart.”

When I read this verse, I am reminded not to judge others by what I see of them because I cannot see the heart and/or motives of others, but what I have not considered, the same is true when I look at myself.

Yes, I think I often know what my motives are in the things I say, think and do but because I don’t see myself with the grace God does, I, too, am guilty of not asking God to show me an accurate picture of my heart.

Would this “showing” be a warning at times? Yes, but another important question is, does the “showing” reveal something other than what I am convinced of? The answer is yes, as well.

I cannot speak for you, but I am often much more critical of myself than God would ever be. What differences would show up in my life if I could get a better glimpse of what God sees in me?