Welcome to today’s devotional, titled “True Fake Life.” In our world today, appearances often overshadow authenticity, and to uncover the truth about living genuinely, let’s delve into Galatians 6:7.

Why is our world filled with facades and pretenses, especially by Christians? See, many call themselves Christians, but the lives they live when no one is watching need much to be desired.

Are you living a fake life? Beware!

Anchor Bible Verse of the Day

Let’s begin by reflecting on our anchor verse for today on fake life:

Do not be deceived, God is not mocked; for whatever a man sows, that he will also reap.

Galatians 6:7 (NKJV)

In this verse of Galatians 6:7, the Apostle Paul warns us against deception and mockery, which I call fake life. He emphasizes that our actions, whether genuine or deceptive, have consequences.

In effect, he is saying that God cannot be fooled, for we reap what we sow. Isn’t it what others call Karma?

Reflection on “Fake Life”

In a culture where the temptation to portray a ‘fake life’ is strong, we must reflect on the importance of authenticity. It’s easy to put on masks, pretending to be someone we’re not, seeking approval or validation. But this verse reminds us that we cannot deceive God, and our actions have repercussions.

Some Christians live double lives – smiling, gifting, pretentiously being helpful, and God-fearing in public places such as church premises or gatherings where some believers may be around, but totally opposite at home, especially to their spouses and family. Well, that is a fake life!

The psalmist in Psalm 51:6 says:

“Behold, You desire truth in the inward parts, and in the hidden part, You will make me to know wisdom.”

God desires truth from the depths of our hearts, not a facade of righteousness. At the end of the day, it’s not a man who will judge us but God, and since He knows our every deed, why the facade?

Beloved, to my understanding, authenticity is not about being perfect; it’s about being real, acknowledging our flaws, and seeking God’s grace for transformation. It’s about unmasking pretense and living with godly integrity.

Clement Brako Akomea

Call to Action

  • Self-Reflection: Take a moment to reflect on your life. Are there areas where you’ve been living with hypocrisy or pretense? Seek God’s forgiveness for those moments.
  • Embrace Authenticity: Commit to living authentically. Be transparent about your struggles and imperfections, trusting in God’s transformative power.
  • Encourage Others: Create an environment where authenticity is celebrated, and where others can be themselves without fear of judgment.

Prayer Points for today:

  • Prayer for Authenticity: Seek the Lord’s guidance to live authentically and remove the masks of pretense in your life.
  • Prayer for Discernment: Ask for discernment to recognize moments of hypocrisy and insincerity, and seek God’s guidance for genuine living.
  • Prayer for Genuine Relationships: Pray for relationships built on authenticity and trust, creating spaces for real, grace-filled connections with others.

Let’s Pray

Our heavenly Father, we come before You with open hearts, acknowledging our need for authenticity. Help us to live genuinely, seeking Your truth in all aspects of our lives.

May our actions and words align with Your will. In Jesus’ precious and mighty name, we pray. Amen.