Everybody wants to known for something- MySpace has more than 153,000,000 users
- users are known for accomplishments, education, talent, looks, etc.
What happens when we do not measure up to our to our image?- we pretend, exaggerate, or even lie to cover up
- we get nervous hoping others don't see our gaps
- we make excuses, attempt to "cover up" and deal with addictions
The local church is a place where sinners can come together and be accepted for who they are. - James 5:16 - confess our sins... so you may be healed
- Hebrews 10:25 - meet together... encourage each other
- Acts 2:42 - teaching, fellowship, communion, prayer