The Bible emphasizes that the heart is the seat of our affections and determines our actions, as it is deceitful and wicked apart from God's grace.
The Scriptures articulate that the heart is central to our being, reflecting our innermost affections and desires. For instance, Proverbs 4:23 commands us to guard our hearts because from it flow the issues of life. When Adam fell, humanity's heart turned away from God, prioritizing self above God. The heart is not merely the physical organ but represents our spiritual state, with Jeremiah 17:9 stating, 'The heart is deceitful above all things, and desperately wicked.' Thus, understanding the nature of the heart is vital for recognizing humanity's need for salvation and a new heart from God.
Scripture References:
Proverbs 4:23, Jeremiah 17:9, Ezekiel 36:26, 1 Samuel 16:7, Proverbs 23:26, Psalm 34:18, Matthew 15:18-19, Genesis 6:5, Matthew 6:21
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