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In Episode 6, Tola continues the series on Revival, focusing on the revival of the heart and addressing the deceptive nature of the human heart as highlighted in Jeremiah 17:9-10. Drawing from her own experiences and reflections, Tola discusses how the symptoms of a spiritually dead or broken heart manifest in our lives and the dangers of ignoring these signs. She encourages listeners to turn to God for mercy, seek alignment with His will, and allow Him to perform the necessary spiritual CPR to restore their hearts.

Key Takeaways:

• The Deceptive Nature of the Heart:

  • Jeremiah 17:9 reminds us, "The heart is deceitful above all things, and desperately wicked. Who can know it?"
  • Even when redeemed, parts of our hearts that remain hidden from God can lead to misalignment with His will.

• Symptoms of a Heart Out of Alignment:

  • Persistent grief, pain, or trauma that shapes our behavior.
  • Blaming God or feeling victimized by life’s challenges.
  • Emotional detachment, lack of motivation, or burnout from overextending ourselves.
  • Ignoring the need for help while attempting to pour out of an empty cup.

• The Call for Revival:

  • Be honest with God about the hidden or broken parts of your heart.
  • Seek God’s mercy and ask Him to search and revive your heart according to His lovingkindness (Psalm 119:154).
  • Open yourself to the healing process, even when it feels difficult or uncomfortable.

Reflection Questions:

1. Are there areas of your heart that you’ve been hiding from God?
2. What steps can you take today to ask for God’s help and mercy in reviving those areas?

Practical Application:

• Pray Jeremiah 17:10: "I, the Lord, search the heart, I test the mind, even to give every man according to his ways, according to the fruit of his doings."
• Reflect on your heart’s condition—what symptoms or behaviors are showing misalignment with God’s will?
• Be open and willing to let God perform the spiritual CPR needed to revive and restore your heart.

Closing Encouragement:
Your heart’s condition shapes every aspect of your life. Ignoring its symptoms can lead to deeper spiritual, emotional, and physical consequences. Choose today to open your heart to God, asking Him to revive and align it with His will. Remember, God searches your heart and knows what you need even before you ask—trust Him to restore you.

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Thank you for joining today’s devotion. Let’s meet again tomorrow for another reflection on Revival!