 Many see the Word of God. . .few observe!
Proverbs 4:23 (NIV) 23 Above all else, guardf your heart, for everything you do flows from it.g This scripture has been a key verse in my mind for many years. It speaks of the tenderness of a person's heart and the need to pay attention to it. It is just like my young grandsons, they do not fully understand the danger that a road presents. They need help recognizing a clear boundary that will protect them from passing cars. The heart of a child is carefree and full of wonder. They don’t comprehend the danger! Our hearts are the same. Life is hard and can leave deep scars on our soul and hearts if we don’t pay attention to it. So, pay attention to your heart as you would a five year old child. I want to focus on the reason why you should pay attention to the heart and keep it tender. It is the source of life! The Hebrew word towtsa’ah means entry/exit point or the source of life.
Make sure your heart is fresh and tender. Then the Word of God can easily soak in and guide your soul. Cathy and Danny Sartin www.deeperstillmissions.com _______________________________________ f See 2 Ki 10:31 g Pr 10:11; Lk 6:45 The New International Version. (2011). (Pr 4:23). Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan. (1) Strong, J. (1995). Enhanced Strong’s Lexicon. Woodside Bible Fellowship. Copyright © Danny Sartin. All Rights Reserved. Bible Nuggets are written for pastors, youth leaders and missionaries who desire to go deeper still in God’s Word. Re-Prints: Deeper Still Missions devotionals are protected by international copyright laws. To request reprint permission contact the offices of DSM. Permission is granted and encouraged to forward this post in its entirety to others without making any changes or deletions.
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 A Kingdom Leader is acutely aware of his need for accountability. Each of us is responsible for what we do. . . what we say. . . and finally for what we think. No one will be able to blame his issues on another.
What talents has the Lord given you? How have you invested those gifts into the Kingdom of God? Are you seeing a return on your investments? Are you aware of the affect you have on others? Do you have yourself held accountable for your character regularly? What scripture has impacted your heart? Have your thoughts been pure? What relationships have deeply nurtured you? Who have you nurtured? Are you building other people up? What thoughts are you hiding? Romans 14:12 (NIV) 12 So then, each of us will give an account of ourselves to God.a Where is there is no investment in the lives of others. . . their will be no return! Don't fool yourself. Who is your accountability partner? Do you have one? Seek a partner today! Cathy and Danny Sartin www.deeperstillmissions.com _________________________ a Mt 12:36; 1 Pe 4:5 The New International Version. (2011). (Ro 14:12). Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan. Copyright © Danny Sartin. All Rights Reserved. Photos taken by Cathy and Danny Sartin in Africa. Kingdom Leadership is written for missionaries and ministers serving our Lord in various parts of the world. Re-Prints: Deeper Still Missions devotionals are protected by international copyright laws. To request reprint permission contact the offices of DSM. Permission is granted and encouraged to forward this post in its entirety to others without making any changes or deletions. |
Danny SartinFour decade veteran of youth ministry in churches, Youth For Christ and now is the Founder and Executive Director of Deeper Still Missions. Danny and his wife Cathy spend most of their time mentoring missionaries in Africa, Europe, Central America and North America. Future opportunities include South America and the Asia Pacific area. Archives
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