A Vital Examination

What if the key to experiencing breakthrough in our spiritual lives isn't found in a new revelation, but in an honest examination of our hearts? This powerful message challenges us to conduct a 'vital examination' of our spiritual health—much like an annual physical checkup with a doctor. Drawing from Acts 28:26, we're confronted with a sobering reality: we can keep hearing without understanding, keep seeing without perceiving, because our hearts have become dull. The message walks us through critical areas that require examination: offended hearts that imprison us, hardened hearts that resist God's voice, gossiping lips that contaminate the body of Christ, and a loss of focus that causes us to drift from our calling. We're reminded that an autopsy examines what's dead, but an examination reveals what needs healing while we're still alive. The challenge isn't just to identify these issues but to actively deal with them—because God provides the diagnosis through His Word, but we must take action on the results. When we refuse to renew our minds, deal with offense, or guard our mouths, we position ourselves outside the flow of God's blessing. This isn't about condemnation; it's about positioning ourselves under the spout where the glory comes out, ensuring we're ready for the double portion God wants to release in this season.