Proverbs 4:23-27
23Guard your heart above all else, for it determines the course of your life. 24Avoid all perverse talk; stay away from corrupt speech. 25Look straight ahead, and fix your eyes on what lies before you. 26Mark out a straight path for your feet; stay on the safe path. 27Don’t get sidetracked; keep your feet from following evil. <a class="
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Context
Proverbs is a book of wisdom, mostly written as a father giving advice to his son.
in chapter 4 the father begs his son to hold on to wisdom.
verse 23 sums it up. guard your heart, because it shapes everything you do.
What it means
what you let into your heart shapes the direction of your life. protecting it is wise, especially in relationships.
did you know? Jesus said something similar. what fills your heart comes out of your mouth. see Luke 6:45.
Think about it
what has been getting into your heart lately?
Try this
set one boundary this week that helps protect your heart, like a time limit or a conversation you avoid.
pray: God, help me guard my heart and stay on the path you have for me.
talk about it: what does guarding your heart look like with friends or dating?