Have you ever wanted something so badly that you tried to control or earn it? Simon the Sorcerer thought he could buy the power of the Holy Spirit, seeing it as just another form of magic he could use for his own gain. But Peter’s rebuke was swift and sharp, reminding Simon—and all of us—that God’s gifts aren’t for sale. God looks at the heart, and no amount of money or status can buy His favor. How often do we try to earn God’s blessings by our actions or think we can control His will? The truth is that God’s love, grace, and power are freely given to those who seek Him sincerely. What are you seeking from God today? Is your heart fully surrendered, or are you holding on to the desire for control?