Understanding the Bible’s Teachings on the Connection Between Heart, Words, and Actions
Have you ever noticed how what we say or do often shows what’s really going on inside us? The Bible talks a lot about this connection between our hearts—meaning our inner thoughts and feelings—and the way we speak and act. Here’s a simple look at what some key scriptures say about this idea.
What’s in Your Heart Comes Out
Matthew 12:34 puts it plainly: “For the mouth speaks what the heart is full of.” In other words, if you want to know what someone truly cares about or believes, just listen to their words. Our conversations and comments often reveal our true feelings, even if we try to hide them.
Our Actions Show Our Character
Luke 6:45 adds that this isn’t just about words—our actions count too. “A good man brings good things out of the good stored up in his heart, and an evil man brings evil things out of the evil stored up in his heart.” Basically, if we fill our hearts with love, patience, and kindness, that’s what will come out in how we treat others. But if we hold onto bitterness or anger, that will show up too.
Guard Your Heart
Proverbs 4:23 advises, “Keep your heart with all vigilance, for from it flow the springs of life.” Think of your heart as the source of a river—everything you do flows from there. That’s why it’s so important to pay attention to what you allow into your heart, like your thoughts, beliefs, and emotions.
Ask for God’s Help
Psalm 139:23-24 is a prayer asking God to search our hearts and point out anything that isn’t good. It’s about being honest with ourselves, reflecting on our inner life, and asking for God’s guidance to help us grow and do better.
Sometimes Our Hearts Need to Be Revealed
1 Corinthians 14:25 talks about how, through prophecy or spiritual insight, even the secret things in our hearts can come to light. When this happens, it can lead us to worship and recognize God’s presence in our lives.
The Takeaway
All these scriptures together send a clear message: our hearts are the starting point for everything we say and do. If we want our words and actions to be positive, loving, and helpful, we need to take care of what’s in our hearts. That means being mindful of our thoughts and feelings, being honest with ourselves, and asking God for help to keep our hearts pure and open.
So, next time you catch yourself speaking or acting in a certain way, pause and think—what’s going on in my heart? And remember, with a little reflection and some help from above, we can all grow into the people we’re meant to be.
Minister A Francine Green – July 2025
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