Pain can make life difficult at times. Julius Caesar said, “It is easier to find men who will volunteer to die, than to find those who are willing to endure pain with patience.” Physical pain can be severe but most of the time, you can find relief with medication and time. Pain in the heart … Continue reading Keep Your Heart Pure: Never Avenge Yourself
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Safeguarding the Heart
Wale Olasoji said, “No matter how intentional you are to please God, you cannot live beyond what's in your heart.” The heart is the seat of who we are; it requires that we address all that is happening therein. Matthew 6:21 AMP For where your treasure is, there your heart [your wishes, your desires; that on … Continue reading Safeguarding the Heart
When Actions Expose the Heart
Life is about individuals and the relationships in their lives. In other words, it’s all about connections. Sometimes the connections produce a favorable outcome; sometimes they don’t. These connections play out in the relationships in the lives of individuals. What determines the actions of those connected to you? It’s the condition of their hearts. In … Continue reading When Actions Expose the Heart
Flowing from our Hearts
The heart is the seat of our emotions. What can we do to honor God? Pay attention to our hearts. Deuteronomy 6:5 AMP You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart and mind and with all your soul and with all your strength [your entire being]. Proverbs 4:23 AMP Watch over your heart with all diligence,For … Continue reading Flowing from our Hearts
Condition of the Heart
There are many songs written about the heart. The heart plays a vital role in our emotional wellbeing. It dictates who we are and how we behave. A wicked heart will produce wicked actions while a thankful heart will show gratitude. Saul was the first king of Israel, and he did as he pleased. It … Continue reading Condition of the Heart
Walking in God’s Will
As people of faith, we are on a quest to do God’s will. Some believe that God’s will is mysterious and available only to a select few. God’s will in in His word. What do we know about God’s will? God’s Law – Psalm 40:8 AMP “I delight to do Your will, O my God;Your … Continue reading Walking in God’s Will
Word for Today: Thursday July 6, 2023
Jeremiah 29:10-14 AMP 10 “For thus says the Lord, ‘When seventy years [of exile] have been completed for Babylon, I will visit (inspect) you and keep My good promise to you, to bring you back to this place. 11 For I know the plans and thoughts that I have for you,’ says the Lord, ‘plans for peace and well-being and not for disaster, … Continue reading Word for Today: Thursday July 6, 2023
God Sees the Heart
It’s always so amusing to see little children making faces at strangers and their parents trying to get the children to behave in a manner that they consider acceptable. These toddlers do not care what is happening; where it is happening and who is present. If they don’t like something, they will say. If they … Continue reading God Sees the Heart
Manage Your Heart
Have you ever seen someone and made a snap judgment? It’s unfortunate but it happens all the time. We make judgements about people based on the color of their skin, the clothes they wear, how much money they make or where they live. But are these really indicators of character? Have there been individuals who … Continue reading Manage Your Heart
Receive God’s Mercy
Have you ever had a moment of reflection when you couldn’t believe what you had done? You actions went against your beliefs and you were crushed. You asked yourself, again and again, “Did I really do that?” and was horrified that the answer remained the same, “Yes! You did it!” You wished that you can … Continue reading Receive God’s Mercy
Victory Walk 