17th October 2026

Conscience

"Having a good conscience . . .."

1 Peter 3:16

Reading: Romans 13:1-6.

What is conscience? God has put within each one of us something that cries aloud against us, whenever we do that which we know to be wrong. Conscience is the detective that watches the direction of our steps and decries every conscious transgression. Conscience is a vigilant eye before which each imagination, thought, and act, is held up for either censure or approval.

I believe there is no greater argument for the existence of God in the world today than conscience. There is no greater proof of the existence of a moral law and Lawgiver in the universe than this little light of the soul. It is God’s voice to the inner man. Conscience is our wisest counsellor and teacher, our most faithful and most patient friend. Ultimately, conscience is the voice of God within us, reminding us that we are accountable to a higher moral law and calling us to walk in truth and righteousness.

Prayer: Thank You, Father, for my conscience which guards my actions. Help me to be alert to its promptings, through Your Holy Spirit. In Christ's name, I pray. Amen.