My Heart, His Altar

Let us draw near with a true heart in full assurance of faith, with our hearts sprinkled clean from an evil conscience and our bodies washed with pure water. - Hebrews 10:22 ESV

In the Old Testament, altars were physical places where sacrifices were made, and people connected with God. Because of the intimate relationship we now have with God through Jesus Christ today, our hearts are to be the spiritual altars where we offer ourselves in devotion and worship to the Lord.

Just as the priests in the Old Testament would prepare the altar with care and reverence, we too are called to prepare our hearts. Hebrews 10:22 encourages us to draw near to God with a true heart, symbolizing sincerity and faithfulness. Our hearts are sprinkled clean from an evil conscience, indicating that through Jesus’ sacrifice, we are purified and made holy.

Our daily lives are filled with moments that can either draw us closer to God or pull us away. When we treat our hearts as altars, we intentionally create space for God’s presence. This means nurturing our relationship with Him through prayer, worship, and reading His Word. It also means being mindful of what we allow into our hearts…guarding against negativity and sin (See Proverbs 4:23).

By intentionally cultivating a heart devoted to God, you’ll experience His presence more deeply and reflect His light more brightly to the world around you. Trust in His transforming power and find peace in knowing that your heart is a cherished altar before the Lord.

Today, spend a few minutes in prayer, asking God to help you treat your heart as an altar. Seek His guidance in purifying your thoughts and intentions and dedicate this day to worshiping Him in all you do.