Heart of the Matter…

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Choosing to live and love….all stem from the heart. We are to guard our hearts and minds by protecting what goes in and being intentional on what comes out. Scripture tells us… Above all else, guard your heart for everything you do flows from it. (Proverbs 4:23)

We make decisions and/or purpose in the way we live, in the way we love, and in the things that will make a difference in the lives of others.  Living lives that have eternal values in mind, not based on emotions, but on the truth of God’s Word.  Choosing to encourage others to stay the course, to stand firm and to pray without ceasing.  To seek the Lord in all things, to count the cost, and to consider the consequences when choosing to disobey.   To pray for and with those who are in need, teaching them to cling to God’s Word for their daily sustenance, and to look for ways, they too can make a difference, in the lives of others.  Putting Jesus first, Others second and then Yourself = JOY in your life.  Choose to live life, even when it seems mundane and to love with abandon…all from the heart.