His Heart and our Heart!

Exactly what is the definition of "heart". My concordance defines the heart as the seat of emotions, thoughts, and intentions. Sometimes translated as the mind or soul, a central part of something. Lets see what Gods word tells us, after all, it is the ultimate source. Jeremiah 24:7, states "I will give them hearts that will recognize me as the Lord. They will be my people, and I will be their God, for they will return to me wholeheartedly". Then we read the story of David, and how he captured the heart of God. David had many flaws, but he also had amazing faith that pleased God! He is remembered and respected as having a heart for God? Now what else does the Word say about our heart and the Heart of God? The first thing I find is how "our" hearts can be hardened, then we read how we are to guard our hearts, also there is a battle for the heart, and reigning with a new heart are just a few mentioned. So why is this important about our hearts? Because it all starts there! When we have a heart for God, we will give Him honor and praise and we trust Him to know what is best for us. We thank Him continually for sending His Son to take our place on the cross and forgive us for our sins! When we are receptive to Him, we will acknowledge Him in all our ways. Words leave me as I try to explain this, it is to high for my understanding all the things that was done for you and me. As for Gods heart, He just loves us! Do you see what He has done for us? When I read His Word I am amazed and again at a loss for words, my heart then is just filled with praise and thankfulness. He love us with an unfailing love! He will always be there for us, we can trust Him! I pray we will always have a "heart for God", He certainly has a "heart for us"!