Guard your heart above all else, for it determines the course of your life. (Proverbs 4:23,NLT)
The condition of our hearts must be the top priority for every Christian, as it influences every aspect of our lives and faith. Our heart is the wellspring of our life. Matthew 5:8 says that the pure in heart will see God. It’s our responsibility to guard our hearts because each day presents numerous opportunities for influences that can taint our hearts and diverge from what is pure and pleasing to God. It’s essential to remain vigilant and protect ourselves from these distractions.
Evaluating our motives is an effective way to ascertain the state of our hearts. Motives indicate the reasons behind our actions, which are ultimately more significant to God than the actions themselves. The heart of our heavenly Father is full of compassion, grace, mercy, and truth. When we surrender our hearts to Jesus, a divine exchange occurs.
Like David, we can pray,
“Search me, God, and know my heart; test me and know my anxious thoughts. See if there is any offensive way in me, and lead me in the way everlasting.” (Psalm 139:23-24,NIV)