What does the Bible say about the hardening of hearts?
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The Bible indicates that a hardening of the heart can lead to spiritual judgment and separation from God's presence, as seen in Isaiah 63:17.
In the biblical context, the hardening of the heart often signifies a state of spiritual blindness and rebellion against God, leading to grave consequences. Specifically, Isaiah 63:17 records a prayer of the people of God asking why the Lord has hardened their hearts, acknowledging their need for mercy. Hardening can manifest in both total forms, as seen in the reprobate, and partial forms, experienced by true believers. This partial hardening can lead to a lack of awareness of sin and spiritual apathy, indicating a need for repentance and a return to God’s ways.
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