Is It Normal to Have a Divided Heart?

Ask Pastor John
Episode: 1719
Transcript: www.desiringgod.org/interview...

[@riverwildcat1]

My reluctance to seek God alone disappeared as my love of this world diminished over decades. I have no wish to remain in this world of disappointment, decay,, and death. When our life has become like a minefield and a boot camp, we begin to see how precious and wonderful the LORD's offer of salvation is. My heart has been mercilessly pierced by this world, and healed by the one to come. Suffering now on earth is a gift and glory to God, for which we will receive 100 times in recompense.

[@theparadigmshift74]

Amen, well said

[@JT-ix8ku]

Incline -“Incline my heart to your testimonies, and not to selfish gain!” ‭‭Psalm‬ ‭119:36‬ ‭ESV‬‬ Open- “Open my eyes, that I may behold wondrous things out of your law.” ‭‭Psalm‬ ‭119:18‬ ‭ESV‬‬ Unite-“Teach me your way, O Lord, that I may walk in your truth; unite my heart to fear your name. I give thanks to you, O Lord my God, with my whole heart, and I will glorify your name forever.” ‭‭Psalm‬ ‭86:11-12‬ ‭ESV‬‬ “The friendship of the Lord is for those who fear him, and he makes known to them his covenant.” ‭‭Psalm‬ ‭25:14‬ ‭ESV‬‬ “I will give them one heart and one way, that they may fear me forever, for their own good and the good of their children after them. I will make with them an everlasting covenant, that I will not turn away from doing good to them. And I will put the fear of me in their hearts, that they may not turn from me.” ‭‭Jeremiah‬ ‭32:39-40‬ ‭ESV‬‬ Satisfy-“Satisfy us in the morning with your steadfast love, that we may rejoice and be glad all our days.” ‭‭Psalm‬ ‭90:14‬ ‭ESV‬‬

[@sakhilemvemve5102]

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[@josh-lewis]

Thank you!

[@smazziszaz]

OH MY GOSH i have been struggling with this for so long; right on time God!😭🤟🏼oh wow thank You my Lord🌹finally an answer to my prayers

[@quentinbringthenumetalchil5125]

I’ve struggled, too, I have to admit.

[@ohnobo14]

It wouldn’t be real if it was easy brother

[@joelunruh6534]

The relevance of God's word never ceases to amaze me.

[@ohnobo14]

@@joelunruh6534 i feel terrible for ones that don’t believe. It tears me apart to this very second.

[@quentinbringthenumetalchil5125]

@@ohnobo14 Same, man.

[@pichthunreakhun2380]

Incline (Psalm 119:86) Open (Psalm 119:19) Unite (Psalm 86:11, Psalm 25:4, Jeremiah 32:39) Satisfy (Psalm 90:14)

[@JT-ix8ku]

Thanks!-Small tweaks: Incline- Psalm‬ ‭119:36‬ ‭ESV‬‬ Open- ‭‭Psalm‬ ‭119:18‬ Unite- Psalm 25:14

[@samehawilbanks4557]

not me pausing the video every few seconds to write them down. I could've looked here 😂😭

[@jessesmith5630]

I have never understood fear of the Lord until I heard this podcast. This makes perfect sense. Fear of God is actually a magnet to Him.

[@rebanelson607]

"Throw the truth in the face of the deceiver" and meditate on the truth. I'm glad I heard this. So much wisdom that I needed to hear. Thank you!

[@dannysantis2622]

For people who don't know the Gospel/Scripture, it is. But for those who know the Word of God are on the process and striving to have a full dedication to God. God knows the limitations of people, that's why God intervenes for those who decided to follow the foot steps of Jesus.

[@TheBibleStory]

Definitely can relate to this. What a great prayer to say to God! I love how God gives us many prayers that He desires and that we need in His word!

[@RandomBoxingGuy]

This touched me! I struggle with this vary thing, it sometime brings doubt upon me… this has encouraged me sooo much!!!

[@liamcondon3171]

I've been having terrible doubts lately, without my faith my life is worthless

[@eunicesagada1215]

IOUS is such a blessing to me as a pattern in my study of God's Word. I hope i'd be more consistent to pray it even while listening to sermons. God be praised!

[@jewishbride5010]

Father God, thank you we may serve you through our words and deeds, thank you for forgiveness where we may fail in our own strength. Lord, in accordance with this word and psalm 86:11, psalm 25:14, jeremiah 32:39, psalm 90:14, 2 corinthians 6:14-18 I loosen for myself, my family, friends, colleagues, neighbours, acquintances, opponents and the body of Christ to be united in heart and action every single day and anew through fear of God, while loosening myself of every unequal yoke and common share with those dividing the heart through lack of reverence of God, in the name and blood of Jesus Christ, amen and hallelujah!

[@person6440]

Me this morning. I sure wish I wanted god and his son more than I do now.

[@Jmart8624]

I've been struggling with this so much lately, I'm so grateful for the timeliness of this message.

[@TheOmi08]

She is right. These resources have been incredibly helpful. I am so thankful for Desiring God. 🙏🏼

[@MichaelMorehead711]

Dear God, in times where I am at a crossroad in my life, I ask that you will give me the counsel that will help me make the right decision. I do not desire to go in the way that is not pleasing to you, Lord. In Jesus' name, I pray. Amen Shalom.

[@TheCreepypro]

good to hear from pastor john on this topic and from another wonderful ministry partner

[@prakashdanielmusic]

So encouraging 🙌 Thank you Pastor John.

[@aguerra1381]

When one recieves a NEW ❤️, filled with LOVE for God, the FIRE of the Holy Spirit and LIVING WATERS flowing from one's inmost being, there's NO room for a divided heart.

[@dw8773]

Thank you, it was perfect timing for me to see this today.

[@traciwilliams5673]

Powerful! Insight about the divided heart❤️🙏🏽

[@JessiV111]

I need you guys to know that this video made me smile. A LOT . I’ve been struggling with my heart

[@fightthegoodfightoffaithmi8676]

Jeremiah 17:24 And it shall come to pass, if ye diligently hearken unto me, saith the LORD, to bring in no burden through the gates of this city on the sabbath day, but hallow the sabbath day, to do no work therein; Romans 11:6 And if by grace, then is it no more of works: otherwise grace is no more grace. But if it be of works, then is it no more grace: otherwise work is no more work.

[@waynegrobler7432]

Thank you Tony. Stay blessed brother. 🙏❤🇿🇦

[@SofiaBethany1379]

Thanks be to God. Amen

[@seals8515]

Amen bro i was praying hold last night an day by day I was it was getting worst as i came home this day I got this the law is right on time i was about to might do something stupid God bless you an your program

[@JacopoSkydweller]

Hold fast to Christ, nothing else in this life can satisfy our hearts, He holds you in his palm, and loves you more than you can ever know. Please listen to He Will Hold Me Fast by Keith and Kristyn Getty, bringing some strong emotion and something you can hear and feel and sing with can be such a boon. I will be praying for you brother, life is so often so hard.

[@seals8515]

Thankss

[@sandragambrel9721]

Isn't a "divided heart" issue the same as the "spirit versus the flesh" issue as described by Paul in Romans?

[@brixiemandal3878]

I thought so, too! The flesh and the spirit are fighting each other, and sometimes we feel as though our hearts resist God but it was actually our flesh, and sometimes we worship God, and because the flesh cannot worship God, hence we attribute it to the Spirit, a proof that we are saved. That's what I've been fighting for lately. It's hard to have a divided heart, where your flesh and spirit are fighthing, and sometimes find the flesh to overcome the spirit. But God willing, may we all have a single, united heart for Christ and Christ alone!

[@edytkasamson199]

Amen 🙏🏻❤️

[@deshaunhill7934]

Amen

[@kyrier9827]

9:46 🙌🏻🙌🏻

[@I-get-real]

Thx

[@elisabethtrotter4564]

Jesus Christ went to the cross and now lives to set sinful you free from death and hell. Repent and turn your heart to Him before it’s too late. If He calls your heart, say yes!

[@Brlowvgsnhdhhtdvjg]

Psalm 86

[@myvoiceismysword5484]

You must reconcile your opposite mind

[@FisicoNuclearCuantico]

@Desiring God You bet. ;)

[@kennypowers17]

Is a divided heart what Jesus refers to as Luke warm?

[@ravin3191]

no I would say a Luke warm Christian is a person who likes the benefits of being a Christian but don't want the take up your cross part of it(still want the world). a divided heart is a Christian is someone who wants to know God more but is facing resistance in there heart (mind)against fully letting in God. requires you too pray to God to unite your heart to fear and reverence him

[@kennypowers17]

@@ravin3191 makes sense to me now. Thank you for taking the time to answer me

[@ravin3191]

@@kennypowers17 Np problem Bro/Sis God Grace be with you

[@sartikasidabutar2566]

😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭

[@quentinbringthenumetalchil5125]

You know, this isn’t related to the topic of this video, but I just wanted to say… I know this question might sound distasteful, but… Is it considered okay to have disdain towards the modern world? I’m just feeling fed up with it right now. I know, it’s hard to say something like that, but… still… I know the Bible says to not be conformed to it, but I’m saying this in a way where I just can’t relate/stand this world or modern humanity. In fact, (this is going to seem harsh. I’m sorry!) I loathe it today. I’m sorry!! That’s me. I don’t think it’s Christ - like for someone to say that, but I thought it would be, somewhat, okay(?) to say it here. I guess…? I apologize.

[@quentinbringthenumetalchil5125]

Nobody seems real anymore. On this Earth, that is.

[@harley6659]

I understand what you’re saying. I would say having disdain for the world is born of the Spirit. However we must be careful that this doesn’t lead to disdain towards people. We must understand that for those still in the world, they are bound spiritually to it in cords of sin. As we have been freed we must reach to these people and preach freedom in Christ- this is the most loving action we can perform. It is perfectly fine to hold contempt against the world, after all it is a monument to sin and pride, but we must show a Christ-like grace, gentleness, and loveliness towards the people in the world.

[@MrzWill]

@@harley6659 this is exactly true. Praise God!

[@chadcampbell7576]

So...."Feel" harder, and talk yourself out of your guilt. LOL! What a joke.