Discern the Heart Behind the Hand | Proverbs 23:6–8 Sermon – Pastor D. Adewale

How do you discern the heart behind a gift, an opportunity or a relationship? In this Proverbs 23:6–8 sermon, Pastor D. Adewale explores hidden motives, healthy boundaries and the difference between generosity and manipulation.

How do you discern the heart behind a gift, an opportunity or a relationship? In this Proverbs 23:6–8 sermon, Pastor D. Adewale explores hidden motives, healthy boundaries and the difference between generosity and manipulation.

This message encourages discernment without suspicion: love people, welcome kindness and pay attention to character and patterns.

In this message: • What Proverbs 23:6–8 teaches about the heart behind the hand • Why provision is not the same as divine approval • Recognising patterns in relationships and leadership • Receiving kindness without unhealthy obligation • Praying for wisdom and understanding

Scripture: Proverbs 23:6–8 Recorded at Covenant Ways Church on Sunday, 13 September 2026.

CHAPTERS 00:00 Opening prayer 00:52 Understanding Proverbs 23:6–8 03:30 Looking beyond the gift to the motive 18:13 Discerning opportunities 21:35 Provision is not divine approval 32:47 Recognising patterns 36:31 Discernment without suspicion or fear 37:44 Wisdom for leaders 44:59 Prayer for understanding

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