Harden Hearts

Scripture Exodus 7: [13] Yet Pharaoh’s heart became hard and he would not listen to them, just as the LORD had said.

Observation: From time to time everyone’s heart becomes hard. God will direct us, but we listen to ourselves or the devil because it is what we desire now. We ignore the miracles God puts before us because we are too interested in getting what we want and what God wants us to do takes more effort. He wants us to be used for the good of others and to glorify Him. Hard hearts prevent us from fulfilling the purpose God has designed us for and instead of an eternal blessing we settle for a momentary happiness.

Application: I need to soften my heart and listen for God’s voice in my life. I need to remove any selfish ambitions and focus on the will of my Heavenly Father for direction. My heart belongs to God and I need to prepare it so it is sensitive to His desires and to use it to guide me through this life. When it’s time to go home I want to present Him with a heart of a servant, one that can receive His love with no distractions.

Prayer: Dear Lord soften my heart that I may feel your presence each day. I want to know you better in my life and know what you want from me. I want to serve you and I know when I serve others it is like serving you so soften me and humble this servant that I will glorify you each day of my life here on earth. I love you Lord and you deserve all that I have and am.