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A Hardened Heart

A Hardened Heart

“Today, if you will hear His voice, do not harden your hearts as in the rebellion” (Hebrews 3:15 NKJV). What is a Hardened Heart? The “heart” is the center of our being (emotions, will, reason, intellect, conscience, mind, etc.). The Bible makes a clear distinction between a “hard” heart and a “soft” heart (Ezekiel 36:26). A soft heart implies willingness to obey God and follow His ways, while a hardened heart signifies disobedience and rebellion against God’s will. The Bible has several references to a hardened heart, and Pharaoh epitomizes this during the time of Exodus (Exodus 8:15, 32; 9:34). Despite receiving...Read more
A Humble Heart – Part 2

A Humble Heart – Part 2

For those who exalt themselves will be humbled, and those who humble themselves will be exalted (Matthew 23:12). Before we begin, we want to wish you a most prosperous and blessed new year in 2017. Last year may have had it’s troubles, distress, and ruffled joy but may this year be remembered for all the joys and breakthroughs as we continue to look to and serve the Lord Jesus Christ! This is a continuation of the message on “A Humble Heart – Part 1“. Importance of Humility Nowadays, the word “pride” has taken a “positive” connotation and is used to celebrate...Read more
A Humble Heart – Part 1

A Humble Heart – Part 1

Therefore humble yourselves under the mighty hand of God, that He may exalt you in due time (1 Peter 5:6 (NKJV) In today’s world, where distrust and competition among people and nations abound, relationships have become fragile and friendships can be ended at the click of a button. We live in a world where there is increasing divide among people, with many claiming they are “superior” to others based on their ethnicity, nationality, religion, family connection, education level, fame, fortune, social status, etc. Behaviors that were once abhorred and rebuked, such as pride, arrogance, egotism, stubbornness, snobbishness, self-importance, and rebellion,...Read more