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What does the Bible say about God opening the heart?

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The Bible teaches that God must open our hearts for us to receive His word and believe in Christ, as evidenced in Acts 16:14.

In Acts 16:14, we see Lydia, a seller of purple, whose heart the Lord opened to heed the things spoken by Paul. This illustrates that it is God who must take the initiative to open our hearts to the truth of the gospel. We are dependent on His grace for understanding and believing. Romans 8:16 affirms this by stating that the Spirit testifies to our spirit that we are children of God, showing that God's work is essential for our salvation and enlightenment.
Scripture References: Acts 16:14, Romans 8:16

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When God Opens the Heart - Part Two
Greg Elmquist · Sep 26, 2021
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