Proverbs 23:12 says, “Apply thine heart unto instruction, and thine ears to the words of knowledge.” To apply our hearts to instruction means to let it affect our very being. It's not merely about hearing words or gaining facts, but about allowing that knowledge to sink deep into our hearts and transform us. The process of applying our hearts to instruction is an act of intentionality—it requires effort and commitment. We are called to be diligent in seeking understanding and applying it, not just listening passively. Our hearts must be open to learning, and our ears must be eager to hear what God is teaching us. Knowledge that doesn't move from our ears to our hearts is knowledge that fails to transform us. As we grow in understanding, we grow in wisdom and maturity.