Examining the Condition of the Heart
Have you ever wondered what really drives our choices when no one is watching? Matthew 14 reveals that actions rarely begin in public moments. They start quietly within the heart. Herod looked restrained on the outside, yet something far deeper shaped his final decision. This reflection invites us to pause and examine what truly governs our responses, fears, and values. What happens when fear of people outweighs fear of God? The answer may challenge how we see ourselves.