Many of us have a small, consistent voice in our ear that whispers, “If God really knew you, He wouldn’t love you.” It’s the same voice that whispered in the ears of Adam and Eve, convincing them that if God saw them, they would be ashamed. It made them think it was logical to take something God had made and “cover” themselves with it. [Genesis 3:7-8] How silly to believe that the created could hide from the Creator somewhere in His creation!
Yet, somehow that same whispered lie fuels our behavior to this day. Instead of leaves, we cover ourselves with our talents, gifts, and good deeds hoping that we will have the appropriate attire to show up for God’s love.