29.06.2025 | Your Actions Speak Louder Than Your Words | HEART ANCHOR
God Knows Your Heart – Live So That It Becomes Visible
1 Samuel 2:3
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Bible Text
“Do not keep talking so proudly or let your mouth speak such arrogance, for the Lord is a God who knows, and by him deeds are weighed.”
– 1 Samuel 2:3
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Introduction
In a world where likes, followers, and outward appearances often matter more than what is truly in our hearts, God challenges us to look deeper. He calls us not only to appear good on the outside but to live honestly, humbly, and sincerely. In 1 Samuel 2:3, Hannah, the mother of Samuel, speaks a powerful prayer—a praise to the God who sees differently than we do:
“Do not keep talking so proudly or let your mouth speak such arrogance,
for the Lord is a God who knows, and by him deeds are weighed.”
– 1 Samuel 2:3
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Devotional
Hannah’s prayer reflects the condition of her heart. She was a woman who had suffered deeply—unable to bear children, mocked, and considered less valuable. And yet, she held fast to God. When He gave her her son Samuel, she praised Him with a humble and powerful prayer.
The verse from 1 Samuel 2:3 is part of this prayer. It reminds us that God doesn’t look at what we say, but at what we do—and the heart behind our actions.
“For the Lord is a God who knows…”
What does that mean?
God knows you better than you know yourself. He doesn’t just hear your words—He sees your motives, your thoughts, your struggles, and your desires.
“…and by him deeds are weighed.”
This means your choices matter. Your behavior shows what’s really inside you. You might impress people, but you can’t fool God.
The message is clear: Don’t speak with pride or arrogance, but live humbly and honestly. Your words are worthless if your actions don’t match.
Ellen White writes:
“One act of obedience, done in faith, is of more value in God’s sight than all the outward forms and ceremonies without faith.”
Steps to Christ, p. 94
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Story – The Boy with the Blank Page
Once there was a boy named Jonas who entered a school competition. Each student was asked to bring a sheet of paper describing what made them special. On the day of the contest, everyone arrived with pages full of achievements, talents, and awards.
But Jonas brought a completely blank page.
The judges were puzzled. They asked, “Why is your paper blank?”
Jonas replied, “Because I don’t want to show who I am with words. I want my classmates and teachers to see it through my actions—whether I’m kind, helpful, honest. Not my words, but my deeds should speak.”
The judges were deeply moved. And Jonas won.
This story reflects what Hannah prayed: Our worth is not measured by our speeches, but by our actions—and the heart behind them.
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Reflection – What Does This Mean for You?
Do you talk a lot—or do you live out what you believe?
Are you trying to project an image outwardly that doesn’t match your inner self?
Do you have the courage to be honest with God—and let Him transform you?
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Action Steps for Today
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Reflect: What words do you often use—do they match your behavior?
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Act intentionally: Do a good deed today without announcing it or expecting praise.
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Pray: Ask God to give you a humble, sincere heart.
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Prayer
Dear Heavenly Father,
You know my heart better than anyone else.
You see when I speak without acting.
Please forgive me where my words don’t match my deeds.
Help me to live honestly, humbly, and genuinely—before You and others.
Let my life be a testimony of Your love.
Give me a heart that honors You—not with proud speech, but with sincere actions.
Amen.
