In the end, Sir Gawain recognizes that the wound on his neck was a punishment for his cowardice and covetousness. It brings him grief and disgrace. However, he makes a very wise and true observation. He says, "A man may cover his blemish, but unbind it he cannot." This can apply in several ways. We can always try to hide our sins, but we can hide nothing from God. The more we try to hide our wickedness, the greater the damage it causes in our lives. No man can ever do anything to remove the pain and scars caused by our sin. Though man is not capable, God most certainly is. Christ is the only one who can expose our wounds and cleanse them. As Gawain finds out, it is painful and brings shame and disgrace when a wound is exposed. When the Word of God exposes our sin, it brings shame and is quite painful. But when God cleanses us of our sin, we are made new and no longer have to live hiding our sin and shame. This quote just stood out to me as a picture of the gospel and how incredible God is as he cleanses us from all unrighteousness.
I commented on Hannah and Alex's posts.
That's a very true quote. Everyone has a skeleton in the closet, but nobody can hide theirs forever, try as they might. All we can do is ask God for forgiveness.
ReplyDeleteI love that you pointed this out! I think there is a really big connection here. I also noticed how Gawain was brought to a place where he recognized his sin. It correlates well to when we recognize our need for a Savior.
ReplyDeleteThis is great!! I did not even think about this. Even though he is protected, he is still able to be wounded. The good thing is, he chooses not to hide his sins.
ReplyDeleteEveryone has faults and everyone sins. It is what we choose to do with it afterwards that show true character.
ReplyDeleteI love the connection you made. It is important that we don't hide our sin because when we realize how wicked we are, it amplifies our need for salvation.
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