“From the Greek ‘hypo’ (under) and ‘krinein’ (to decide or distinguish), the word ‘hypocrisy’ literally means to make a decision by hiding it under. That’s how we often deal with our sins. To appear ‘good/nice,’ we conceal our sins by cover-ups, excuses, and denials. Only Michael Jackson confesses ‘I’m bad.’ (But even his acknowledgment really means ‘I’m good!’) In today’s ‘culture of victims,’ we’ve all become specialists in blaming others, circumstances, Satan, and even God. To be forgiven and healed, true confession must take ownership of our bad attitudes, choices, words, and actions. Choose to be a sinner than remain a hypocrite, for hypocrisy is an unpardonable sin.”–Samuel Koranteng-Pipim
Meditations on Proverbs 28:13; Matthew 23:27
SAMUEL KORANTENG-PIPIM,PH.D. , is a US-based Ghanaian author, inspirational speaker, leadership trainer, and an advocate for youth empowerment. He was trained in engineering and systematic theology, and has authored more than twenty books. They include his bestselling works Hope Through the Dark, Six More Chances, Healed Wounds but Ugly Scars, and Patience in the Midst of Trials and Afflictions. Dr. Pipim currently directs two Centers for Leadership Development known as EAGLES (Empowerment & Advisory Group for Leadership, Excellence, & Service) and ANANSE (African Network & Advisory for Needed Services & Excellence). www.EAGLESonline.org. He also serves as a special consultant on Bible projects for Remnant Publications. 