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Blessed are the PURE in HEART, for they shall see God. Matthew 5:8


What does it look like to have a pure heart? Have you ever really thought about this tiny verse? 11 words... Can those words really be powerful? Who was Jesus talking to when he said this? All these questions seem to run through my head after reading this small verse.


 


Jesus was talking to his disciples. It is actually one of his most famous messages! It was recorded as one of the sermons on the mount. His disciples were COMMITTED to him! They were his APPRENTICE! He said these 11 words to remind them of how to act.


Pure means unmixed, unspotted, free from dust, dirt or taint. Here are a few tips on how to have a pure heart!

1. Make good choices.


2. Dress as if God were your earthly father b/c He is your Heavenly Father


3. When you text think about the words you are sending... Are they pure?


4. Guard your eyes from any pictures that are unholy.


5. Know that Hollywood is not the author of your life & you don't have to look like a Barbie.


6. In the mornings read Psalm 139:13-14
   


7. Don't let boys consume your life!
   


8. God gives us 86,400 seconds each day! How do you spend them?


9. Let the words you say be a gift to those around you!


10. Become a cheerful giver. God LOVES girls that are selfless!

You're blessed when you get your inside world--your mind & heart--put right. Then you can see God in the outside world.


Matthew 5:8 the message

I love your tips! Amen!