Repentance: Letting Go of Sin - Part 3

A magazine headline caught my attention with these words, "When Perception Meets Reality." Perception means to understand in a way that makes sense and is instrumental in developing our belief system. Twentieth century pediatrician Dr. Benjamin Spock taught parents to let children make up their own minds about important issues like religion and social attitudes.

He perceived children as not needing specific boundaries or consistent guidance. However Dr. Spock possessed the capacity to adapt and change. Observing the social upheaval in the 1960's and 1970's forced him to change his philosophy. He could see that children needed training in religious faith and social skills.

It takes courage and maturity to change one's philosophy and beliefs. More importantly, permanent change can occur when Christ Jesus opens our eyes so we can see and our ears so we can hear from his perspective. He also touches our heart to give us faith and understanding. Then we can respond with determination to follow his leading.