Proverbs 23:7 says, ‘A person’s inner thoughts and motives reveal their true identity, which is more important than their outward actions or words.” The core idea is that what a person thinks in their heart—their motives, feelings, and desires—is who they genuinely are, not just how they appear to be on the outside. The heart in this context is not just emotions, but the center of a person’s being, their private thoughts, and their core motivations. This scripture serves as a warning to be discerning and aware that people’s words and actions don’t always align with their true intentions. Why is this scripture so important because sometimes we try to be like other people, because we like how they talk, act, dress, or the things they have. We mimic them trying to become like them, because we think they are wonderful and someone to be like. Maybe they are not who we thought they were, their thoughts and motives are misleading. Maybe trying to mimic them is not such a good idea. God does not want us to be like other people. God wants us to be like Him. God created us in His image. God loves us for who and what we are. God has given us all gifts and in God’s eyes each and everyone of us is wonderful, special, and amazing. “The only person you should try to be like, to be better than, is the person you were yesterday.” Because you are a beloved child of God—created in His image. And that is wonderful. God Bless. Amen.