What You Hide Controls You - Spiritually Fit Today

Welcome to the podcast Spiritually Fit Today with Arnie Cole and guest Bruce. In this episode they explore why secrecy blocks change, how confession opens the door to mercy and transformation (Proverbs 28:13), and why honesty—before God, ourselves, and at least one trusted person—is a key predictor of lasting spiritual growth. Bruce and Arnie draw on recovery practices, the power of community, and biblical wisdom to show practical steps toward healing. 4 R Action Plan Read — Read Proverbs 28:13 (and reflect on Galatians 6 about bearing one another’s burdens). Reflect — Ask: What am I hiding? How has secrecy kept me stuck? Journal 5–10 minutes on one specific area where you need truth and light. Respond — Tell God the whole truth out loud, no editing. Then tell one trusted person this week and ask them to pray. Consider a rigorous inventory or a small accountability circle to help carry the burden. Reveal — Demonstrate the truth by sharing your progress with one safe person, offering to help another bear a burden, or giving a brief, honest testimony of how confession led to mercy and growth. Resources and contact Have thoughts or feedback? Email Arnie Cole at [email protected] Keywords: honesty, confession, transformation, Proverbs 28:13, Christian podcast, spiritual growth, accountability, recovery, community, small group, prayer Subscribe to get each episode delivered to your Inbox daily at: https://bttb.org/subscribe2sft