13/07/2026
Good morning saints.....
A HEART THAT GOD DESIRES
Key Scripture:
"The sacrifices of God are a broken spirit, a broken and a contrite heart—these, O God, You will not despise." (Psalm 51:17)
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1. A BROKEN AND CONTRITE HEART
God is not impressed by outward appearance, titles, or performance. He looks at the condition of the heart.
A broken heart is not a weak heart—it is a surrendered heart.
It is a heart that says, “Lord, I need You. I cannot do this without You.”
When your heart is broken before God:
- Pride is removed
- Repentance becomes natural
- God draws near to you
Psalm 34:18 – “The Lord is near to those who have a broken heart.”
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2. A PURE HEART
God desires purity more than activity.
Matthew 5:8 – “Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God.”
A pure heart is:
- Free from hidden sin
- Honest before God
- Not double-minded
You can sing, preach, and serve—but if your heart is not pure, God is not pleased.
Prayer:
“Lord, purify my heart. Remove everything in me that does not reflect You.”
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3. A HUMBLE HEART
God resists the proud but gives grace to the humble.
James 4:6 – “God resists the proud, but gives grace to the humble.”
Humility is:
- Depending on God completely
- Not seeking your own glory
- Being teachable
A humble heart attracts the presence of God.
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4. AN OBEDIENT HEART
God values obedience more than sacrifice.
1 Samuel 15:22 – “To obey is better than sacrifice.”
An obedient heart:
- Listens to God’s voice
- Responds immediately
- Does not argue with God
Delayed obedience is disobedience.
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5. A HEART THAT SEEKS GOD
God desires a heart that is hungry for Him.
Jeremiah 29:13 – “You will seek Me and find Me when you search for Me with all your heart.”
A seeking heart:
- Prays consistently
- Desires God more than things
- Is passionate about His presence
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6. A LOVING HEART
God is love, and He desires us to love Him and others.
Matthew 22:37 – “Love the Lord your God with all your heart…”
A loving heart:
- Forgives easily
- Shows compassion
- Reflects Christ in character
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CONCLUSION
God is not looking for perfect people—He is looking for the right heart.
1 Samuel 16:7 – “Man looks at the outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart.”
Ask yourself today:
- Is my heart right with God?
- Am I truly surrendered?
May God help us all in Jesus name. Amen!
- Do I desire Him above everything?
