Proverbs 14:14 – “The one who turns back in his heart will be satisfied with his ways, but a good man will be satisfied with his.”

The word that I would like for us to ponder is the word – Hope.

We must guard our hearts and mouths so that we speak the right words.  Words that agree with God.  Our words flow from our hearts, and we eat the fruit produced by what we believe, speak, and act upon. If we turn back, as our scripture reveals, we will have the fruit of destruction and disappointment.   Conversely, if we do not turn back but pursue righteousness, we will have the harvest of blessings.

Proverbs 14:30 is revelatory.  “A tranquil heart is LIFE to the BODY…”  That is a reason to rejoice.  The remainder of the verse is “BUT jealousy is rottenness to the bones.”  That is powerful; it touches the marrow and strengthens the bones.

Jealousy is a dimension of envy and covetousness. It is not simply about relationships; it is about life. Envy, jealousy, covetousness, bitterness, hate, unforgiveness, and anger are destructive. They destroy spiritually, emotionally, socially, economically, and physically. The root cause of some arthritis is bitterness. The poison of those things causes numerous ailments and diseases.

Proverbs 16:24 – “Pleasant words are a honeycomb, sweet to the soul and healing to the bones.”

The fruit of our hearts (words) can improve or harm our health in every way. Words reflect thoughts, and thoughts are shaped in the heart. Out of the overflow of the heart, our words come. Proverbs 17:22 – “A glad heart is good medicine, BUT a broken spirit dries up the bones.”  Bones without marrow are dead and diseased.  Hearts without the Spirit and love of God flowing are dead.

God desires for us to be healthy in every dimension of life.  That is the expression in John’s prayer – “prosper and be in health EVEN AS the soul prospers.”  God’s design is for us to walk free and in the fullness of the kingdom.  The challenge is for us to take steps to guard our hearts and calculate the words spoken.  If our words match our hearts and our hearts match His Promises, we will see walls crumble and live in the miraculous.

God has done His part; He is waiting on us.  May today bring you the bountiful blessings of the LORD and enable you to Hope in His Promises and Enjoy His Provisions.