“Investigate my life , O God, find out everything about me; Cross-examine and test me, get a clear picture of what I’m about; See for yourself whether I’ve done anything wrong—then guide me on the road to eternal life.”
Scripture taken from THE MESSAGE. Copyright © 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 2000, 2001, 2002. Used by permission of NavPress Publishing Group.
Reflection
Psalm 139:23–24 is a powerful invitation for God to examine every part of our lives. Instead of hiding our weaknesses, mistakes, thoughts, or motivations, we are encouraged to bring them honestly before God. God already knows us completely, so there is no reason to pretend that everything is perfect when it is not. This kind of prayer requires humility because we are asking God to reveal things about ourselves that we may not want to see.
