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What does the Bible say about God's view of the heart?

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The Bible reveals that God looks at the heart, not the outward appearance, as seen in 1 Samuel 16:7.

In 1 Samuel 16:7, God instructs Samuel not to be deceived by outward appearances, stating, 'For the Lord seeth not as man seeth; for man looketh on the outward appearance, but the Lord looketh on the heart.' This emphasizes that God's criteria for judgment and acceptance are based on the inner condition of a person's heart, reflecting their true character and intentions. The natural heart of man is described as deceitful and wicked (Jeremiah 17:9), but God's evaluation is rooted in the new heart given to believers through regeneration, aligning with His righteousness and purposes.
Scripture References: 1 Samuel 16:7, Jeremiah 17:9

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