1 Thessalonians 5:22 With a peanut (or similar) allergy, I learn to be careful to avoid the allergen. When God cleans our heart, we become “allergic” to sin.

Romans 6:23 As in a physical allergy, one must stay away from things that can cause spiritual death.

The Frustration of Hidden Sins

Psalm 139:23,24 We each have a “mirror” that reveals what is hidden within the soul that could inform the way I behave. In a disagreement with another, I have the option to pause, look into my "mirror," and see myself.

Revelation 18:1,2,3,11,13 There are “merchants” selling ideas. We all “buy” ideas.

Exodus 3:1,2,3,4,5 If there’s something hidden, whether willful or not, it frustrates the will and work of God.

When Moses approached the burning bush, God told him to remove his shoes, the resprentation of the profane (common). He did not tell Moses he couldn't be present on holy ground, but instructed him that he must remove something in order to stay. Moses did not approach the bush thinking about his shoes; he was not aware he had something he needed to remove in that moment. God wants the vulnerability and willingness to remove our ideas and pride in His presence.

Perhaps there isn't a premeditated intention to hurt others or disobey God. But if there is a way about me, when I become aware, I become accountable.

Joshua 6:18 “Accursed” means that something was dedicated to God, but it was made common by ownership to self.

Joshua 7:1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10,11,16 Joshua didn’t know what caused the defeat; they went into this battle confident. When he lost the battle, God didn't reveal to him where the problem was. He said, “You need to discover it. Spend some time with the mirror.”

Song of Solomon 2:15 Foxes come out at night, ruin the vines, and eat the grapes. One must discover them at night. Little things lead to a declining interest in the Word of God and prayer.

Proverbs 6:27 The marketplace of ideas is very easy to access. I can’t be careless about what I watch or listen to, injuring another person with my speech, or my personal pride.