God Looks at the Heart

But the LORD said to Samuel, "Do not look at his appearance or at the height of his stature, because I have rejected him; for God sees not as man sees, for man looks at the outward appearance, but the LORD looks at the heart." 1 Samuel 16:7 NASB

Dance and Rejoice - God Looks at the Heart

God was showing Samuel who would be the next King of Israel from among the sons of Jesse of Bethlehem. The older brothers were considered first—and they looked good to Samuel, but not to God. When David was brought before him, God indicated to Samuel that David was the one. So Samuel anointed him and the Holy Spirit came on him. David was the chosen one. He didn’t instantly become king—and he went through some spiritual warfare and was pursued by King Saul who wanted to kill him. Eventually David did become King of Israel…and God still found in him a man after His own heart. How’s your heart? Are you seeking God with all of your heart, soul, mind and strength? That is my desire in my own life.

Prayer ~ Lord God—just as You spoke to Israel through Moses…"Hear, O Israel! The LORD is our God, the LORD is one! You shall love the LORD your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your might. These words, which I am commanding you today, shall be on your heart." Deuteronomy 6:4-6 NASB. These words are on my heart, Lord, and I do love You with all of my heart, soul and might.

Daily Bible Reading: 2 Kings 12-13; 2 Chronicles  24

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