Listening and Following Your Heart, or God's?

For the longest time, well really, my whole life, I've done everything for my own benefit. They say to follow your heart and not your mind. I thought that was a really good idea, every time I wanted something, or wanted my own way. When really, I should be following God's heart. He knows all the answers, knows my future, and has incredible plans for me. So, why don't I follow Him instead of myself? I'm not really sure, but what I do know, is that I will be seeking more of His truth and goodness, because the more I learn, the more I want to listen to Him, not my own voice or heart. I want to be more like Jesus, not Kristen! Of course, I want to be the person God made me to be, but He created me to have choices and a mind of my own. I'm tired of telling myself to listen to my heart when something comes up. So, from now on, I rather correct myself, and listen to God, He has all the answers. He is listening waiting to tell you what you need to hear. Even though sometimes, we don't hear what we want to! He knows what is best for us, and we, do not. I encourage you to listen to His voice, find His voice, it is surprising what can happen when you truly listen. But take that chance, His ears are open.