Pure 

I am pure. My heart continually seeks the Lord in His goodness. When I think about the fault in this world, then my heart becomes discouraged. I can get mixed up and start doing things or saying things that are not trusting God. Instead, I must focus on Him and the things of God. I see God more clearly when I function out of His purity and peace. I don’t want to do anything with wrong motivations. I promise to do my best so that I might live in such a way that my thoughts, words, and actions are an overflow of His Word in my heart. 

LISTEN

I know the condition of your heart. This should not make you fearful, but it should encourage you. I care about everything weighing on you and making you weary. I say this with love, and I want you to know that you don’t have to worry. Think about me, and the peace that I give to you through my Word. I will make you pure when you meditate on my presence. Be thankful for the beauty in your life; train your eyes to see me more clearly.

READ

Matthew 5:8 ESV: “Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God.”

Psalm 119:9 ESV: “How can a young man keep his way pure? By guarding it according to your word.”

Philippians 4:8 ESV: “Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things.”

1 Timothy 1:5 ESV: “The aim of our charge is love that issues from a pure heart and a good conscience and a sincere faith.”

REFLECT

Reflect on Philippians 4:8.

How can you train yourself to see God?

Are thankfulness and purity connected?

What does it mean to love with purity of heart?

Who are you in Jesus? Pure