At some point, we all struggle to face the big issues in our lives, and it's common to go into denial, ignoring our mistakes and hoping our problems will disappear. Turning a blind eye is tempting because when we can't see something, it seems to cease to exist.
Facing the realities of life can be stressful, painful, and admittedly embarrassing, especially when we are personally accountable for our actions. During my rebellious phase in senior high, I made excuses or denied all blame to disguise my failures. As I got older and took on more responsibilities, it wasn't as easy to bury my head in the sand.
We often choose ignorance because accepting accountability to God, rather than to material things, would require us to change our lives. We should live the life He chooses for us rather than following our human desires.
Thanks to a kind reminder from my fellow Christian friends, I will repent by tackling my issues and stop impersonating a human ostrich—burying my head in the sand was only fun when I didn't fear God, who is both fair and very forgiving.