CONNECTING POINT: TOGETHER - The Challenge of the False Impression

As human beings, we all long to be known and loved; we are hardwired in this fashion from conception. From time to time in life, this desire for acceptance may lead us to put on a false front. Think of a time when you tried to impress someone, you know, showing off your best side? If we take that to the extreme and be overtly impressive, we demean ourselves.

Author and pastor Ben Mandrell challenges us to let our guard down. He says, “When we find a group to which you can take off the mask, you find the ability to be the real you.” In fact, Jesus often addressed hypocrisy, especially for those...