None of us, not a single one of us should take this hour, this day, this year, this life, or the people in it for granted.
Neither should we ever take the fact that we awakened this morning, or that tomorrow is a given to be absolute.
Life doesn’t play that way… and neither should we.
May 27th Marks The Second Anniversary of My Heart Surgery, and on that fated Friday morning, I was given a second chance at life.
'Above all...guard your heart...it is the wellspring of life.' Proverbs 4:23 NIV
Heart disease will kill you if you don't detect it and treat it in time.
That is true - physically and spiritually. It's why the Bible states, 'Above all...guard your heart, for it is the wellspring of life.'
Wanting to look your best is admirable. It can enhance your sense of self-worth and improve your prospects in life.
But it's not a very gracious act to dwell upon one’s appearance and yet neglect the upkeep of your character. When all is said and done, '...Man looks at the outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart.' (1 Samuel 16:7 NIV)
This is where the Bible comes into play. It's like a mirror; it shows you the condition of your heart at any given moment. So, how's your heart today?
What kind of thoughts are you entertaining? Are you constantly comparing and resenting? Do you get easily upset? When you hear gossip do you silence it or spread it?
Jesus said, 'Blessed are the pure in heart: for they shall see God.' (Matthew 5:8 KJV)
In other words, when you start to see things God's way you'll begin to act accordingly. If the water in the well is polluted it will make you sick. Indeed, if you drink enough, it can kill you. What's the point?
Simply this: it's not enough to try to change your bad habits; you've got to go to the heart of your problem - which is the problem of your heart!
The Psalmist realized this so he prayed, 'Create in me a clean heart, O God; and renew a right spirit within me.' (Psalm 51:10 KJV)
If you want God to prosper you, get your heart right.
That’s it. That’s all.
Thank You, Dr. Alexander Delvecchio for your God-given gifts… and thanks to Professor Mark Addis for your wisdom.
Snatch JOY!
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