There are times that you find flaws in this blog. For example the other day, I had two commas where only one was needed. But this was remedied because I got my wife, Mary, to proofread. I have noticed that when she has the time to proofread, there are fewer errors. The point is that we can't proofread ourselves, because over and over and again, we see, not what is on the page, but what we thought we wrote. It is also difficult to correct our own mistakes. This brings us to the subject of accountability. As we cannot proofread ourselves, it is difficult for us to proofread our lives. We have a tendency to gloss over our own faults, or sins, and not see them as bad as another person would. In yesterday's blog, I mentioned that the fellowship of the saints is good for us, because we are with others who can hold us accountable. I know that our main accountability is to God, but we need to be accountable to each other too. In churches where there are accountability groups, there is greater spiritual growth than in the churches where people just "live and let live." If you want an accountablility partner, you will have to pray to approach the right person - someone whose word you would respect. They would also be accountable to you; therefore, you would need for them to respect you as well. I know that we try to be honest with ourselves, about ourselves and our sins, but we just can't see the flaws as others do. We all need someone to lovingly tell us the truth about ourselves, and who will hear the truth about themselves as well. One reason why Christ established His church was to bring His people together in order to help each other, and accountability is part of helping each other. I'm not telling you to never look critically at your life, but to realize that you might overlook what others might point out to you. Bro. Joe
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