The Bible (KJV) uses the word heart 762 times. In the plural form it is used 114 times. The term is used in different contexts and throughout both Testaments. The Hebrews did not have a separate word for mind so often "heart" is used to indicate intellect or thought. While "heart" has been referred to the physical organ in the Old Testament it is more often used to indicate personality, will, emotion, and intellect. I the LORD search the heart, I try the reins, even to give every man according to his ways, and according to the fruit of his doings. Jeremiah 17:10 As the Jeremiah 17:10 teaches, God looks to the heart. The heart reveals our true nature. While man may look on the outward and praise for actions or reject persons, God looks to the inward and sees the motivation behind all our feeble or deceitful ways. And thou shalt love the LORD thy God with all thine heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy might. Deuteronomy 6:5 Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and … [Read more...]