Self-knowledge (1)
"That man examines himself," wrote the Apostle to the faithful of Corinth (1 Corinthians 11, 28 ). It is indeed important that is holiness. It is not possible to progress if we do not stop to take stock to see where we're at, to ensure that we do not deviate from the objectives that we are on the right path. The pursuit of holiness often asked to rectify, to correct the daily direction of our lives that otherwise may easily deviate gradually as imperceptibly to the right road. (read more ) Whoever wants to reach holiness understands the need to know how it really works, what exactly is his behavior, to correct any errors quickly. It is not easy. First, because we do think highly of ourselves and, secondly, because it costs us to accept our imperfections and limitations. "Above all, know thyself. Certainly, nothing is harder, nothing is more laborious and expensive, but when thou shalt be known yourself, you can know God and courageously address the creatures "(St. Nilus, Epistola 3, 314).
The examination of conscience is required to first before God and implore his lights to see the reality. "My judge is the Lord," says St. Paul. And he adds: "Therefore do not judge before the time before the coming of the Lord: he will highlight what the darkness hide and reveal the counsels of the hearts: and then each will receive from God the praise it deserves "(1 Corinthians 4, 5).
Basically, the examination of conscience is a matter of common sense for a Catholic consistent with his faith. If he can "address courageously" the others, because it gives us an accurate vision of the reality of our soul and allows us to grow in love of God. We feel the fear of the Apostle: "For fear that after having preached to others, I came to myself be eliminated" (1 Corinthians 9, 27).
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