March 5, 2023
As mentioned earlier, my word of the year is “Heart.” My friend Mary Fisher and I created a Bible study called “God’s Heart, My Heart.” Connected in Scripture are many adjectives and concepts for heart including: transformed, examined, humble, teachable, wise, compassionate, thankful, rejoicing, worshiping, peaceful, contented, forgiving, pure, remembering, encouraging, trusting, generous, waiting.
Since the issues of life flow from our hearts – our will, our emotions,
our minds – it is crucial to be sure that our hearts connect with and reflect God’s heart.
This process is a daily, even moment by moment, challenge – a battle really. A spiritual war continues on this battlefield.
But what a joy and strength to know God’s true Word! The Psalmist writes:
“Direct me, Yahweh, throughout my journey so I can experience Your plans for my life. Reveal the life-paths that are pleasing to You.
Escort me into Your truth; take me by the hand and teach me. For You are the God of my salvation; I have wrapped my heart into Yours all day long.”
Psalm 25:4,5 (from The Passion Translation)
In the next few weeks, we will be looking at what it means to have humble, teachable, and wise hearts. Until then, wrap your heart into His...
