Conscience is like an inner alarm. It speaks to us in quiet nudges and uncomfortable feelings when we consider doing wrong. But here’s the big issue: not everyone listens. Some choose to ignore it, silence it, or pretend it doesn’t exist.
Dictionary meaning aside, I’ve come to realize that most of the evil we see in the world happens because somewhere, someone’s conscience just isn’t working right; it doesn’t prick, it doesn’t warn, it doesn’t care. And that silence is dangerous.
Your conscience is God’s voice inside you, a gift that helps you differentiate right from wrong. When your conscience is alive and well, it prevents you from stealing from your neighbor, plotting harm, breaking homes through infidelity, or playing with hearts by making empty promises. It holds you accountable even when no one else is watching.
The Bible reminds us of this truth: “The purposes of a person’s heart are deep waters, but one who has insight draws them out” (Proverbs 20:5).
That insight is your conscience at work, helping you see beyond your selfish desires and consider the impact your actions have on others.
Jesus sets the bar high when He says, “Let your ‘Yes’ be ‘Yes,’ and your ‘No,’ ‘No’; anything beyond this comes from the evil one” (Matthew 5:37).
This is a call to live honestly and faithfully, something a healthy conscience naturally supports.
Paul explains that the law of God is written on our hearts, and our conscience bears witness (Romans 2:15). So even if the world around us is blind to what is right, our conscience is meant to be a guiding light.
But what happens when we refuse to listen?
When we ignore that inner voice, our conscience becomes weak or dead, leading us into all kinds of trouble, hurting others and destroying ourselves in the process.
So here’s the real question: When your conscience speaks, will you listen? Will you allow that gentle, sometimes uncomfortable voice to steer your choices? Or will you silence it and walk blindly into destruction?
If you find your conscience silent, pray as David did: “Create in me a clean heart, O God, and renew a right spirit within me” (Psalm 51:10).
Let God awaken your conscience, so it can keep you honest, humble, and walking in the light, honoring Him and loving your neighbor in truth.
Happy Second Sunday in the Month of June.
Born as Titilayo Oladimeji, I have been known by the nickname Titipetral for nearly two decades. I am a Financial Advisor at a reputable financial institution in Lagos, Nigeria, with over 10 years of experience in Financial Advisory and Credit Analysis. I am also an author and the founder of Titipetral Publishers, a duly registered publishing company.
In addition, I lead the Titipetral Empowerment and Development Network (TEDN), a duly registered philanthropic initiative dedicated to supporting underprivileged girls, boys, women, and men in the Alimosho area, Nigeria’s most populated local government, focusing on serving the underserved.
For inquiries or collaboration, you can reach me at Titilayooladimeji@titipetral.com or titipetral@gmail.com.