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What does the Bible say about being pricked in the heart?

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Being pricked in the heart refers to a profound realization of one's sinfulness and guilt before God, as seen in Acts 2:37.

In Acts 2:37, after Peter's powerful sermon, the crowd was described as being pricked in the heart, which means they were deeply affected and troubled by the truth they heard. This phrase signifies a divine awakening—an acute awareness of personal guilt, particularly in relation to the crucifixion of Christ. When individuals are pricked in the heart, they experience mental and emotional agitation due to the powerful working of the Holy Spirit, which drives them to acknowledge their sinfulness and their need for salvation through Jesus Christ. This experience is foundational for genuine repentance and conversion.
Scripture References: Acts 2:37

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