EXCAVATE

Digging deep into soil to lay strong foundations for a building — Preparing spiritual foundations in your life; building a solid base for faith and commitment

Matthew 7:25

Opening a sealed or locked door within your inner self — Opening your heart to God's call and allowing the Holy Spirit to work within you

Song of Solomon 5:2Acts 16:14

Carefully excavating layers to examine what lies beneath the surface — Searching your own heart to understand your true motives and spiritual condition; God examining your innermost thoughts

1 Chronicles 28:9Psalm 139:23Jeremiah 17:10Romans 8:27

Uncovering hidden things buried deep underground in darkness — Revealing secret sins and hidden matters of the heart that need to be brought to light

Psalm 44:21

Removing obstacles and debris from within a confined space — Clearing away spiritual clutter and impurities from your heart to make room for God's presence

Song of Solomon 5:2Acts 16:14

Expanding the boundaries of a hollow chamber or heart-shaped space — Enlarging your heart's capacity to love God and others; growth in spiritual maturity and compassion

2 Corinthians 6:11