Words Reveal What is in our Heart

N. T. #139 

August 30, 2023 

Matthew 12-Part 13

LET IT GLOW 

For out of the abundance of the heart the mouth speaks. (verse 34b)

In the Greek language, abundance means surplus; superabundance; over and above. 

So whatever is in our heart, it overflows and comes out our mouth. Is it love or hate in our heart? Does forgiveness or revenge dwell in our heart? Is their obedience or rebellion in our heart? Is there faith or a lack of faith in our heart?

If we listen to the words of people, we will find out what is in their heart. What do they hear from us? Is it encouragement or criticism?

LET IT GROW 

A good man out of the good  treasure of the heart brings forth good things: and an evil man out of the evil treasure bringers forth evil things. (verse 35)

Treasure means a deposit; wealth. 

What we say reveals what is deep down in our heart. If we have deposited God’s Word, loving attitudes, peace and thankfulness, then it will surface and come out our mouth. 

Good means benefit; well.

If we deposit good and beneficial things in our heart, then it will come out through our mouth. What do we spend our time doing, thinking about? Are we only talking about sports, our job, problems, health issues, family instead of mentioning our Lord Jesus or what good things we have learned in studying His Word, how He has blessed us?

On the other hand, if evil in put into our heart, then evil words and deeds will come out. Garbage in, garbage out of the mind influences our heart condition and words. What do we watch on television or read?

I appreciate all who are faithfully studying the Scriptures with me. May God bless His Word overflowing with good things to you today.

LET IT GO

Keep us on the road of faith, love, and obedience, Jesus.

Make us conscious of anything we dwell upon that is not pleasing to You, Father.

Give us thankful hearts. 

May Your goodness