God Looks at the Heart — 1 Samuel 16:7

"People see the outside, but God sees your motives." ☀️ Summer Encore Series: While I take a short summer break to rest and recharge, I'm sharing some favorite devotionals from the Daily Devotional Ministries archives. Whether you're watching or listening for the first time or revisiting these messages, my prayer is that they encourage you, strengthen your faith, and help you continue growing in your daily walk with Christ. New devotionals will return soon!People see the outside, but God sees your motives.In today’s 5-Minute Daily Devotional, we reflect on 1 Samuel 16:7, where God reminds Samuel not to judge by appearance. While people often focus on outward looks, God examines the heart — our true motives and intentions.This is a powerful reminder that purity of heart matters to God. When our motives are aligned with His will, our actions will bear good fruit and bring Him glory.🕊️ Grow Closer to God with Our Journals• The Daily Devotional Bible Study Journal: https://amzn.to/3Ln4yB7 • The Daily Devotional Prayer Journal: https://amzn.to/4oULiJn🎁 Download a Free Bible Study Resourcehttps://mailchi.mp/dailydevotionalministries/frg💌 Get these daily devotionals in your inbox each week!https://mailchi.mp/dailydevotionalministries/subscribe📖 Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:7But the Lord said to Samuel, “Do not consider his appearance or his height, for I have rejected him. The Lord does not look at the things people look at. People look at the outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart.” (NIV)💌 Get these devotionals in your inbox each morning:https://mailchi.mp/dailydevotionalministries/subscribe💗 Support this ministry:https://bit.ly/ddmpartners👕 Shop Faith-Based Apparel & Gifts:https://dailydevotionalstore.com/🎙 More from DQ Clarke:http://bit.ly/3HoFlEBPurchases through applicable Amazon links help support Daily Devotional Ministries at no extra cost to you. Thank you for your support!