NOTHING IS HIDDEN. Hebrews 4:13 The word of God fully reveals all that God wants us to know about Him, ourselves, and everything happening around us. Any additions to God's word made by humans are a serious matter because God has warned us about the consequences of such actions. The media vividly reports on events and people, making it seem like nothing is more important than what they say or write at this moment. However, in a very short time, even the most impactful events or topics are forgotten in the ongoing flow of history.
God's word is unique. It is not just the sharing of God's thoughts and words through a collection of letters, sayings, poetry, and historical accounts of earthly events. More than merely conveying ideas, it is a living, inspired expression of God's mind to us. It is a living word. There is a dynamic in God's word that works within us as we read it and focus on what it says. Through its pages, God reveals to us who we truly are and who we are not. The scriptures test our spiritual vitality, exposing whether we are alive or dead. They uncover our morality, integrity, and honesty for what they truly are. Our faith—or lack of it—is brought into clear perspective. Good and evil are scrutinized, and the motives behind our decisions are examined in the light of God's holiness.
The phrase, “naked and open,” signifies complete exposure without any defense before God. Therefore, He requires an account from us about everything we do, what we think, how we act, our attitude toward God and others, and the motives we have for serving Him. Our guide and source of information about what God expects is the word of God. The activity of the word of God and the activity of God are one and the same.
The word of God exposes everything by bringing it into the light. Our thoughts, motives behind our actions, and intentions that haven’t been acted upon—everything about us is known by our infinite, gracious, and loving God. When the word of God enters into the deepest parts of my soul and heart, anything that was hidden or masked is revealed. What once seemed spiritual and good in our thoughts, intentions, and actions is shown for what it truly is in the bright light of God’s word. As we stand before God, our ideas, impressions, hypocrisy, and pretenses are brought to light.
As we consider this, we should earnestly pray, “Search me, O God, and know me; try me, and see if there is any wicked way in me, and lead me in the everlasting way.” When we judge ourselves, we will not be judged. When we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins. When we have no confidence in the flesh and submit with reverence and respect to the word of God and God Himself, we will have peace. When our hearts don’t condemn us, we have confidence before God. Then the words, “I love Thee, Lord,” are sincere.
When we sincerely listen to the word of God from our hearts and judge ourselves by divine truth, we can live in peace and confidence, knowing we have hidden nothing from God. The word of God becomes a living part of our lives in practical ways as we strive to live for the Lord.
There is nothing hidden from God, and the scriptures shape our lives, so we don't deceive ourselves into thinking God doesn't know everything about everyone. "All things are naked and opened unto the eyes of Him with whom we have to do." It is impossible to keep secrets from Him or hide anything from Him. What I do, what I think, "the thoughts and intents" of my heart, He knows. He is present everywhere (omnipresent), knows everything (omniscient), and has unlimited power (omnipotent). And still, He cares for us and loves us.