Guarding Your Heart Against Evil Plans

Ezekiel 38:10 from the Halleluyah Scriptures can be a compelling verse to build a sermon around. Here's the verse from the Halleluyah Scriptures

Ezekiel 38:10 "Thus said the Master יהוה, 'And it shall be in that day that words arise in your heart, and you shall devise an evil plan."

The Importance of the Heart in Scripture. It discusses how the heart is often mentioned in the Scriptures as the seat of emotions, intentions, and thoughts.

In Proverbs 4:23, "Watch over your heart with all diligence, for out of it are the sources of life." Which emphasizes the importance of guarding our hearts and minds from evil thoughts.

The explanation of the context of Ezekiel 38, where YHWH is speaking to the prophet Ezekiel about Gog of Magog, a leader who will come against YHWH’s people. It talks about the prophecy and its implications for the end times, where nations will rise against Israel.

The Heart's Inclination Towards Evil delves into Ezekiel 38:10, where it is said that words will arise in the heart, leading to the devising of an evil plan.

It highlights that evil plans originate from the thoughts and intentions of the heart.

Connecting this to Yahusha’s teaching in Matthew 15:19, where He states that evil thoughts come from the heart. Spiritual Warfare -Battling Against Evil Plans. Examine spiritual warfare and the need for believers to protect themselves from evil influences.

- Reference Ephesians 6:11-12, discussing the armor of YHWH and how it protects us from the devil's schemes.

- Encourage the congregation to stay vigilant and to recognize when evil thoughts are taking root.

Transforming the Heart.

Seeking Purity and Righteousness exploring the importance of a transformed heart through the Ruach Ha’Qodesh (Holy Spirit).

- Refer to Tellihim (Psalm) 51:10, "Create in me a clean heart, O Elohim, and renew a steadfast spirit within me."

Encourage believers to seek a pure heart and align their thoughts with YHWH's will.

Final thoughts: Call to Action.

Call the congregation to self-examination and repentance for any evil thoughts or plans that may have arisen in their hearts.

I pray for you and I ask YHWH to guard our hearts and guide our thoughts to be in alignment with His word and purpose.

Say this Prayer:

Master יהוה, we come before You today acknowledging the power of our thoughts and the influence they can have on our actions. We ask You to guard our hearts against evil plans and to fill us with Your Ruach, leading us to righteousness. May we always seek Your will in all things and stay true to Your Word. In the name of Yahusha, we pray. Amen

WBJMinistries provides a comprehensive look at Ezekiel 38:10 and how it can be applied to our daily lives to guard our hearts against evil and align ourselves with YHWH's purpose.