Real

I wasn't sure what to write about. There are so many thoughts that fill my head and there are so many things one could talk about. So I chose the one that has burned in me more than usual lately: Being true. Our whole world we grow up in is so full of fakeness. We learn to lie at such a little age. So when we grow up we don't know how to be real anymore. But what is true, what is fake and how do I tell the difference? What is authentic, and what is a con? Most of all, what does it mean to be "real" with God, and people?

I've heard about counterfeit money. In retail, you learn how to keep an eye out for fake twenty dollar bills, etc. One time I heard how the experts learn the original bill front-and-back, until they know every inch. They are so familiar with the authentic that they can instantly spot a counterfeit. I'm finding out I can do this with God. If I take the time, I can get to know Him as much as I want. Then I will be able to recognize any voice that isn't Him. Any thoughts about this? -Bethany