C O N S I S T E N C Y

When have you encountered people who seem to talk one way, but live another? Publicly they say one thing, but in private they do the exact opposite. Jesus knew people just like that and in today’s scripture we hear what He thinks about them.

In Matthew chapter 15 and verse 8 we read, “These people honor me with their lips, but their hearts are far from me.” Jesus is not fooled by these people’s hollow words. He knows their hearts are distant and cold toward Him no matter what they say.

We’ve all had teammates who talk about team unity, but privately they criticize and condemn. You and I both know players who talk about hustle, but drag through practices. We have seen competitors who talk about teamwork, but play selfishly. The disconnect between their hearts and their mouths is seen by how they behave.

How we conduct ourselves is the best indicator of the condition of our hearts. Our words may belie the true nature of our attitudes.

As you prepare to compete today, draw near to God through prayer. A heart that is fully His will be in perfect alignment, speech and action working together in integrity. Make that your highest goal today.