Authenticity

“Dear children, let us not love with words or speech but with actions and in truth.” 1 John 3:18

“Love must be sincere. Romans 12:9a

“Search me, God, and know my heart;Psalm 139:23

“The goal of this command is love, which comes from a pure heart and a good conscience and a sincere faith.”1 Timothy 1:5

Transparent-Open and honest; without secrets

Clear

Candid

Frank

Sincere

Unambiguous

Forthright

Direct

Genuine

Aboveboard

Straightforward

Authentic– not false or imitation; true to one’s own personality, spirit, or character

genuine

original

real

actual

true

Sincere– free from pretense or deceit; proceeding from genuine feelings:

Heartfelt

Honest

Candid

The Lord has led me to the word “Authentic” over the past few weeks. Sometimes I often need to be  reminded. I pray I can always be authentic. I want to be real, transparent, and sincere, with love. It’s not about flowery words. It’s about authenticity in every aspect of my life. He is showing me He can only work in an authentic me. Sometimes authenticity feels vulnerable.

What does your true, honest, sincere, and authentic self-look like?

I know He desires complete transparency from me. I pray I understand what that truly means.