We often think of a “hard heart” as something only villains in the Bible had—like Pharaoh. But the truth is, a hardened heart can happen to any of us. Every time we know what God wants us to do but refuse to do it, our hearts grow a little harder. Pharaoh’s story in Exodus reveals a dangerous progression: stubbornness, pride, and resistance to God lead to devastating consequences. The good news is that God longs to soften our hearts and give us a new spirit. The question is—are we willing to let Him?

THE BIG IDEA: Our heart becomes hardened when we know what to do but don’t do it.