Proverbs 27:19 - Signs From The Heart.
Proverbs 27:19 (NIV) As water reflects a
face, so a man's heart reflects the man.
INTRODUCTION
As water reflects the face, the heart of man
reflects and reveals his inner person. [Ryrie SB]
A man's heart reflects the man. The
condition of one's heart indicates one's true
character (see Mt 5:8). [NIV SB]
COMMENTARY PEARL
This glass is like a person, our
pastor explained, holding up a glass to illustrate
his point. Whatever is inside the glass
splashes out when you shake it. If a glass is filled
with water, then water will spill out. Tea will
spill from a glass filled with tea. A person whose
heart is filled with anger will respond with
anger. A person who holds fear in their heart will
be fearful. A joyful heart will produce a
reaction of love and joy.
After hearing this illustration, I began
using it as a tool to examine my heart and reflect
on how I responded to various trials during
different times in my life. When I was in my early
twenties and going through a difficult phase, I often
responded with anger and frustration. My anger and
frustration spilled into my relationship with Jesus as
well. But over the years, I have come to know Him
more. Jesuss love has healed my heart. I have
grown closer to Him and it shows.
When I was diagnosed with cancer a few
years ago, my response wasnt anger or
bitterness. During this time, my husband, Clay, and I
drew comfort from Jesus. Even though we didnt
know what the outcome would be, our faith grew.
We believed that Jesus was in control and
holding us close, and He was. As I look back at that
spiritual checkup I realize that we responded with
love, faith, strength, and hope because of Jesus.
When we face adversity, Jesus wants His
love and hope to spill out of us. The only way
this can happen is if we draw close to Him. His
love fills us to overflowing and changes the way
we respond to life and those around us. by
Katie Minter Jones
Faith Step: Look at the way you respond
to circumstances and perform a self-evaluation
of your heart. Ask Jesus to fill you to
overflowing with His love and hope. [Mornings With Jesus
2020 Devotional by Guideposts and Zondervan]
LINK FOR FURTHER STUDY ON THIS TOPIC
Proverbs 4:23 - Your Mind and Your Destiny:
http://www.abible.com/devotions/2016/20160117-1005.html
YOUR COMMENTS
If anyone has a paraphrase, commentary or
testimony on this passage of Scripture, either
personal or otherwise, I would be interested in
hearing from you. Thanks in advance and let's keep
uplifting Jesus that all might be drawn to Him. Fred
Gibbs
LINKS WORTH CHECKING OUT
Most Important Decision in Life:
http://www.youtube.com/embed/WGnEuGwvXqU?rel=0
A Man without Equal by Bill Bright:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NiVa7UoruIo
Seeking God Made Real:
http://vimeo.com/31489782
Prayer Made Real:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tc8VdMV26VE
Importance of Choice:
http://creationhealth.com/CREATION-Health/Choice [click on video]
Medical Seminar on Healthful Living by David
DeRose, MD, MPH:
https://www.smartlifestyletv.com/lifestart
LINKS FOR BIBLE STUDIES
Lifting Up Jesus Bible Studies:
http://www.liftingupjesus.net/
Amazing Facts Bible Studies:
http://www.amazingfacts.org/bible-study/bible-study-guides.aspx
Glow Tract Video Bible Studies:
http://www.bibleresearch.info/
LINKS FOR BIBLE PROPHECY SEMINARS
Hope Awakens by John Bradshaw of IIW:
https://itiswritten.tv/programs/hope-awakens
The Last Day of Prophecy by Pastor Doug
Batchelor:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmGvdtMCf1aJTiC59-lPtuUMEq_uEn0BK
Prophecies Decoded by Pastor Ron Clouzet:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1A435C5373550657