Sunday, September 1, 2024

From Within

Jesus spoke of defilement’s true source,
Not from without, but from within, of course.
He urged us to examine our hearts each day,
Reflect on our thoughts, intentions, and way.

Seek inner change, let transformation start,
Ask God to purify and cleanse our heart.
Live with integrity, sincerity in sight,
In God’s pure light, let our souls take flight.

Rooted in Scripture, not mere human lore,
Guarding our hearts, temptations ignore.
Cultivate virtues, humility, and grace,
Honesty and kindness in every place.

Our worship sincere, not just for show,
In every action, let our true faith glow.
Consistency between what we profess and live,
In God’s love and truth, let us always give.
Let the words of my mouth and the thoughts of my heart find favor before you, O Lord, my rock and my redeemer. - Psalm 19:15

Prayer

What lies within this fragile heart that beats and bleeds and breaks apart. What secrets does it hold inside that I have tried so hard to hide. What dreams and hopes and fears and doubts that fill my mind and make me shout. What passions and desires and joys and pains that stir my soul and course my veins. What words and thoughts and feelings and deeds that shape my life and guide my needs. What truths and lies and rights and wrongs that form my voice and sing my songs. What is this heart that you can see that only you can set me free. What is this heart that I conceal that only you can make me reveal.