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The following are a smattering of examples of the “fig leaves” we wear: 1. We change the subject or crack jokes if an awkward or threatening subject arises. 2. We monopolize conversation, filling silences to keep others at bay and to keep from feeling like failures. 3. We live or die vicariously with a sports team. 4. We run from problems by watching TV, drinking, smoking, promiscuity, workaholism, compulsive eating. 5. We mock or “put in a box” those whose opinions or problems threaten our own commitments and behavior. 6. We get defensive, accusatory, testy, or talk loudly, or try to bully others to defend ourselves and make a show of competency. 7. We overdo penance by saying, “Poor me; I’m so horrible and such a failure,” by expressing maudlin repentance and wallowing in failures. 8. We minimize the seriousness of problems – “It’s nothing” – or the difficulty of change – “I promise “l’ll never do it again.” 9. We lie outright, to look good or to avoid looking bad. 10. We lie subtly, putting ourselves in the best light by innuendo, embellishment, or careful selection of data. This often accompanies subtle expressions of contempt or criticism for other people. 11. We think highly of our own opinions on every issue. 12. We tie up our identity in certain grandiose roles, like “counselor” or “parent” or “pastor.” Any of our functions and successes, real or imagined, can become fodder for self-deception. 13. We pray for help before performing a certain responsibility, and then rehearse our own success afterwards without thought of God.
David Powlison

When we look down on others with haughty judgment, we invoke the same compassionless treatment from God toward our infirmities. What a terrifying response from the living God! Belligerent people are told they can expect to be handled by God, not according to His tender compassion, but with severity matching their contempt of others. Such words should sober even the most hardened heart and result in a fresh realization that self-righteousness tops God’s list of man’s most despised iniquities (Prov. 6:16-19).
Jerry Wragg

    • Mexican Stir-Fry

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    Meats, Vegetables Mexican Meat 3 Servings

    INGREDIENTS

    1 ts Oil
    3/4 lb Boneless beef sirloin; cut into thin strips
    1 pk (1-lb) Green Giant Pasta Accents Garlic Seasoning Frozen Vegetables & Pasta
    3/4 c Salsa

    INSTRUCTIONS

    Heat oil in large skilled over medium-high heat until hot. Add beef; cook
and stir until no longer pink. Meanwhile, prepare frozen vegetables and
pasta according to package directions. Add vegetables and pasta and salsa
to beef. Cook over medium heat until hot, stirring occasionally.
CALORIES: 410     SODIUM: 1190MG
CHOLESTEROL: 90MG    FAT: 16G
CARBOHYDRATE: 33G    SAT:  6G
From <Meals In Minutes>, a Pillsbury Classic Cookbook.  Downloaded from
Glen's MM Recipe Archive, http://www.erols.com/hosey.

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