James 4:8

Come close to God (with a contrite heart) and He will come close to you. Wash your hands, you sinners and purify your (unfaithful) hearts, you double-minded (people).

We have a part to play as we grow in our relationship with Jesus. No matter how long we have been born again, we must keep our hearts right. The world will creep into our lives in simple ways and distractions if we don’t remain faithful to the Word. Our hearts will remain pure when we keep our hearts and minds focused on the Word.