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OCT. 5 – Truth in the Inward Being

Psalm 51:6  Behold, You desire truth in the innermost being, and in the hidden part You will make me know wisdom.

Explanation: Honesty begins in the heart. God is not impressed by outward appearances if deceit lives inside. David discovered this after his sin with Bathsheba—his cover-up only brought misery. When he confessed, God restored him and taught him wisdom. Truth in the inward parts means living with a conscience aligned with God’s holiness.

God searches motives as well as words.
Confession brings cleansing and joy.
Wisdom is the fruit of inward honesty.

Poem — “Truth Within”
Secrets lose their grip when uncovered.
Shadows cannot stand under God’s light.
Peace returns when sin is confessed.
Wisdom grows where honesty abides.
Fellowship is restored in mercy.

The heart becomes whole when lies are gone.
Integrity strengthens the soul.
Trust rises from truth practiced daily.
Guilt fades where grace is embraced.
Joy returns to the repentant life.

God desires truth in unseen places.
God grants wisdom where deceit has died.
God rebuilds what falsehood has broken.
God blesses those who walk uprightly.
God delights in sincerity of heart.

Prayer: Lord, search my heart and reveal hidden falsehood. Cleanse me from secret sins. Plant truth deep within me and teach me wisdom that lasts.
Father, make integrity my pattern in public and private. Let my life display the freedom of honesty so others see Christ at work in me. Amen.


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Clay Corvin

Clay Corvin is currently a Bible Teacher and occasional preacher at Bethel Community Baptist Church in New Orleans. He is the retired VP Business and Professor of Admin at New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary after completing 38 years as their Business Administrator. He was the pastor at the Brantley Baptist Center for twenty-five years. He is married to Carol Corvin and the father of three children and has three grandchildren. He ministers today as Co-pastor of the Bethel Community Baptist Church and seeks to share the Gospel with everyone. Jesus is Lord!