We all have secrets— things we’ve done that we’re ashamed of and things we’re afraid to tell anyone. When we keep those secrets hidden, it feels like we’re safe, like no one can judge us if they don’t know the truth.
As they say, there’s no secret that doesn’t get revealed. We may think we’re protecting ourselves and our reputation, but when everything comes to light, we’d still end up hurting ourselves and even others.
To be relieved of the burden of your secrets, speak to God. You may be able to hide things from your fellow men, but He is all-knowing. He already knows everything about us, so if you’re still not comfortable admitting your dark secrets to others, you can confess everything to the Lord instead.
It’s hard to open up and be honest with anyone— even with God— but you should know that it’s worth it. When we admit our trespasses to Him, He can help us get over whatever it is we’re going through. If you admit your guilt and regrets, the burden in your heart and conscience will get lighter.
Read the following verses to be guided:
Luke 12:2 NIV
There is nothing concealed that will not be disclosed, or hidden that will not be made known.
Proverbs 11:13 NIV
A gossip betrays a confidence,
but a trustworthy person keeps a secret.
Proverbs 21:23 NIV
Those who guard their mouths and their tongues
keep themselves from calamity.
Micah 7:5 NIV
Do not trust a neighbor;
put no confidence in a friend.
Even with the woman who lies in your embrace
guard the words of your lips.
Matthew 12:36-37 NIV
But I tell you that everyone will have to give account on the day of judgment for every empty word they have spoken. For by your words you will be acquitted, and by your words you will be condemned.
Ephesians 4:25 NIV
Therefore, each of you must put off falsehood and speak truthfully to your neighbor, for we are all members of one body.
Ecclesiastes 12:14 NIV
For God will bring every deed into judgment,
including every hidden thing,
whether it is good or evil.
Ephesians 4:29 NIV
Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that it may benefit those who listen.
Romans 2:16 NIV
This will take place on the day when God judges people’s secrets through Jesus Christ, as my gospel declares.
James 5:16 NIV
Therefore, confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective.