A man’s conduct may strike him as upright, the Lord, however, weighs the heart.Prv.21:2
The book of Proverbs is focusing on wickedness and virtue. This verse differentiates between outward appearance and interior state of the heart.
I have a mask that I put on in public but God sees who I truly am. That is what he is concerned about. He's not interested in my outward appearance but in the condition of my soul. This means I don't have to pretend with God, I can be real with him. What a relief!
Jesus, you know my struggles and petty vanities. Thank you for loving me anyway. Help me be as concerned about the state of my heart, the state of my soul as you are.
Saint Philip Neri, please pray for me.
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