Dr. Winston also draws attention to the importance of our hearts in these matters, stating, Jesus sees our heart as the place where we must block evil and prevent its entering. Who we are and how we behave These two observations have deep connection. I would like to submit that who we are and how we behave is a matter of the heart, not the head. Along with speaking functions, the modern church has made great emphasis on doctrinal issues. Now both of these are important.
Pretenders give themselves away in every nuance, motion and action.
Only those whose hearts are kept pure respond under every circumstance and in every way to confirm their genuineness, and in ways that demonstrate supernatural life. Some leaders are unaware, while some are overwhelmed to discover their every word, every smile or frown, their every attention or inattention, is under a microscope, and broadcast through a megaphone. Leaders need to be aware of the heightened importance of who we are and how we behave. Those we serve among are Berean students focused on us with keen observation, and they will adopt what we are to a frightening degree. This can be for good or evil.