Author Darlene J Conard

As I readied to defrost my refrigerator, I cautiously pulled the appliance away from the wall. I looked down, and the faint scent of stale air mixed with a musty odor fanned up from the neglected floor beneath it, revealing a disheartening landscape of dust bunnies and long-forgotten crumbs that had collected in the shadows. I glanced down, momentarily entranced by the unkempt patches hidden from sight for far too long, before quickly averting my gaze to the side of the fridge’s once-gleaming exterior, now marred with smudges and fingerprints. Do I want to tackle that mess right now? I pondered, feeling a familiar wave of reluctance wash over me. Not at this moment, I decided with a mental shrug. I then slid the bulky appliance back into position, almost as if to erase the evidence of neglect. Nothing to see here! Then, the Lord spoke to me, saying, “That’s the way it is, when I reveal the truth, and no one wants to see it, so they ignore it.”

“Ouch, I thought, a sharp pang of discomfort coursing through me as the realization struck. In that moment, I knew, with a deep-seated conviction, that the Lord is always right. Yet, wrestling with this truth felt like climbing a steep, rocky incline—difficult and painful, especially when we have spent years entwined in the comforting illusion of a lie, convincing ourselves it was the foundation of our beliefs. It was disorienting to confront the discord between what I had accepted as reality and the stark clarity of truth now unraveling before me.

The term “revelation” encompasses the idea that elements or truths previously concealed or beyond our perception are made manifest and become apparent. It signifies a transformative moment in which secrets, hidden knowledge, or more profound insights are unveiled, allowing individuals to gain clarity and understanding. This process often involves a dramatic shift in perspective, where the awakening to these revelations can lead to profound personal insights, changes in beliefs, or even spiritual enlightenment. A revelation catalyzes deeper comprehension, illuminating pathways once shrouded in mystery or obscurity.

People are hesitant to challenge the status quo in the current era. A pervasive desire to maintain agreement leads many to accept a particular perspective and suppress the truth. This unspoken agreement raises a comfortable atmosphere but ultimately sidelines the more profound truths that might provoke discomfort or disagreement.

Understanding the truth requires honesty. I realize that accepting the truth can be difficult. John of Patmos said, “I went to the angel and asked him, ‘Give me the little book.’ He replied, ‘Take it and eat it. It will make your stomach bitter, but it will be as sweet as honey in your mouth.” (Revelation 10:9)

The truth will cause discomfort to anyone in their flesh, but it’s the truth that will make us free.

… “ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.” John 8:32 KJV

Feel free to forward it to anyone you wish.  My mission is to encourage everyone to follow our Lord Jesus Christ with all their heart, soul, mind, and strength. ©Darlene J. Conard Vision Ministries 2024.   This may not be republished or used without the author’s written consent. The photograph is AI-generated. Darlene J. Conard is also affiliated with Glory Carrier Ministries.

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