Why we do what we do

Have you ever wondered why we do some of the things we do? Why we say some of the things we say? And why our hindsight is always 20/20?

I feel like the Holy Spirit has something to do with this phenomenon. When Jesus would teach his followers, in true "Son of God" fashion he would always answer questions with more questions. I think He did this so that we would search our own hearts for the answers we seek.

These days the Holy Spirit works within us to show us these answers too. When I think back on all the stupid things I've said and done, I see them now with a fresh perspective. What didn't make sense to me back then is now crystal clear. I am able to see the error of my ways because the Holy Spirit enables me to see them.

The Holy Spirit is one crazy powerful part of our God. When it comes to our hearts, I'd like to think that the Holy Spirit is a microscope that helps us see deep down past the surface. It's what helps us to examine our lives more fully, more passionately, more honestly. It's working in and among us to bring change to this world.

Real change in a person happens only when their heart is at the center of that change.

Jesus was wise to direct our questions back at us with more questions. Confusing and frustrating as it must have been for His followers, in hindsight, they end up changing the world because of the impression left by Jesus' words and actions.

And after Jesus' death and resurrection they were undoubtedly lead by the Holy Spirit. That is why they did what they did. So to answer the question of "why we do what we do" I'd simply say that it is God's Spirit that leads our hearts. Our heart leads our head. Our head leads our actions.

I pray that the Holy Spirit fills your heart.