Many times in the Scriptures we are exhorted to “take heed” to something. That’s one of those phrases that we sometimes assume that “everybody understands”. Often, the simplest words or phrases are the ones that escape us. Still, God gives the exhortation for a reason.
In Deuteronomy 11: 16, for instance, we are cautioned to “take heed” that we not be deceived and turn away from the truth, succumbing to the seduction of false gods. To “take heed” means to beware, to be on your guard. We must be vigilant to stand against the wiles of our adversary who is crafty and can present himself as an angel of light. Taking heed of not only what is obvious sin, but also to what wears a disguise. How many people have been injured by presentations of a gospel, which is no gospel at all. So-called preachers who are more interested in lining their own pockets by promising untold wealth to those who are most vulnerable. Take heed of such evil. In Luke 12 : 15, Jesus tells us to take heed of covetousness, our lives do not consist of what we possess.
Let us take heed to hold to what is true. That our gracious God hears and answers our prayers. That He knows our hearts, our desires, and our needs. He does not forget His own. Take heed of the contrivances of men, and trust the Word of the One who has you engraved upon the palms of His hands. Soli Deo Gloria.