The Spirit Reveals our Hearts

In Acts 2:12–13, we see two reactions to the same Spirit-filled event. Some are amazed and ask questions. Others mock and reject it. This moment of divine activity revealed what was already present in their hearts.
 
That’s the nature of the Holy Spirit’s work—it brings clarity, not only about God but about us. He uncovers motives, tests our readiness, and often shows us whether we’re truly seeking God or just going through the motions.
It’s a sobering thought: we can witness the same move of God as someone else and have opposite responses. What makes the difference? It’s the posture of the heart. Are we open and expectant, or closed and skeptical?
 
Worship is not about performance or ritual—it’s about presence and surrender. When we show up on Sunday (or any day), we prepare our hearts in advance. If we want to encounter God, we must come ready to listen, respond, and obey.

Scripture:
Romans 12:1-2 - Therefore I urge you, brethren, by the mercies of God, to present your bodies a living and holy sacrifice, acceptable to God, which is your spiritual service of worship. And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, so that you may prove what the will of God is, that which is good and acceptable and perfect. 

 
Application:
Before your next time of worship or Bible study, spend time preparing your heart through confession and prayer. Ask God to show you what’s truly in your heart.
 

Prayer:
Father, search my heart and reveal anything that keeps me from You. Remove cynicism and pride. Make me sensitive to the movement of Your Spirit and ready to respond in faith.