*DAILY DEW 6/JULY/2025* *Hardness of the Human Heart* _Key Bible Text:_ *"And when he had looked round about on them with anger, being grieved for the hardness of their hearts, he saith unto the man, Stretch forth thine hand. And he stretched [it] out: and his hand was restored whole as the other."* (Mark 3: 5) _Bible Insight_ In Mark 3:5, Jesus encounters a man with a withered hand in the synagogue on the Sabbath. The Pharisees watch closely to see if He will heal on the Sabbath, intending to accuse Him. Jesus, however, looks around at them with anger, grieved by the hardness of their hearts. This reaction highlights the spiritual insensitivity and lack of compassion that had taken hold of the Pharisees. The hardness of the Pharisees' hearts is evident in their prioritization of rules over compassion and their failure to recognize Jesus' authority. Jesus' response demonstrates that a hardened heart can lead to spiritual blindness, causing individuals to miss God's work and fail to show empathy towards others. In contrast, Jesus' healing of the man showcases His power and authority, emphasizing the importance of compassion and mercy. This passage encourages us to examine our own hearts and attitudes towards others. Are we prioritizing rules and traditions over showing compassion and kindness? Jesus' example reminds us to approach others with empathy and understanding, rather than judgment. By softening our hearts and following Jesus' example, we can demonstrate God's love and mercy to those around us. _MEDITATION:_ *"How soft is your heart towards God? Do you show compassion to men? Are you hard or difficult to deal or relate with?"* *#DavidJoshuaEgbochuo* *#Mr_Positive_Impact* *#Daily_Wisdom_for_living* *#Becoming_More_Like_Jesus* *#The_Rise_of_An_Army* *#Daily_Dew_Devotional* *#Hello_July,2025* ❤ *Facebook Link:* https://www.facebook.com/share/1ZXrcgLmwm/ Please follow *David Joshua Egbochuo* on Facebook for more positive impact contents. God bless you. Feel Free to Share with Friends. God bless you...