Podcasts about guard your heart

Sunday, May 31, 2026

05-17-26, "Guard Your Heart", Eccl 5:1-7, Matt Meeder by Grace Chapel PA

Pastor DJ speaks into the lives of graduating seniors as he urges them as the book of Proverbs does to, "guard their hearts". 

Anxiety is everywhere. Roughly 38 million American adults are taking medication to manage it—a number that has climbed sharply since 2019. But anxiety isn't just a modern problem, and it isn't merely a clinical one. In this message from Philippians 4:5–7, guest speaker David Forsyth makes the case that anxiety is a sin of little faith—common to all believers, not unique to a few—and that Scripture offers a clear, three-part prescription to address it.First, adjust your focus. "The Lord is near" is not a throwaway phrase but a statement of eschatological reality. Caesar is not Lord. Circumstances are not Lord. The risen Christ is Lord, and he stands near, interceding for his children.Second, cease worry and pray. Paul's command is direct: be anxious for nothing, prayerful in everything. The antidote to worry isn't willpower—it's prayer built on a foundation of thanksgiving. Gratitude resets the soul and establishes the atmosphere in which believing prayer can flourish.Third, believe God's promise. The peace that guards hearts and minds in Christ Jesus is supernatural—it surpasses comprehension. It is God himself standing watch over his children.David Forsyth is honest: this isn't a quick cure. The battle with anxiety is lifelong. But long obedience in the same direction pays off, and God's grace is more than sufficient for the fight. ★ Support this podcast ★

Anxiety is everywhere. Roughly 38 million American adults are taking medication to manage it—a number that has climbed sharply since 2019. But anxiety isn't just a modern problem, and it isn't merely a clinical one. In this message from Philippians 4:5–7, guest speaker David Forsyth makes the case that anxiety is a sin of little faith—common to all believers, not unique to a few—and that Scripture offers a clear, three-part prescription to address it.First, adjust your focus. "The Lord is near" is not a throwaway phrase but a statement of eschatological reality. Caesar is not Lord. Circumstances are not Lord. The risen Christ is Lord, and he stands near, interceding for his children.Second, cease worry and pray. Paul's command is direct: be anxious for nothing, prayerful in everything. The antidote to worry isn't willpower—it's prayer built on a foundation of thanksgiving. Gratitude resets the soul and establishes the atmosphere in which believing prayer can flourish.Third, believe God's promise. The peace that guards hearts and minds in Christ Jesus is supernatural—it surpasses comprehension. It is God himself standing watch over his children.David Forsyth is honest: this isn't a quick cure. The battle with anxiety is lifelong. But long obedience in the same direction pays off, and God's grace is more than sufficient for the fight. ★ Support this podcast ★

Hebrews 12:12-17 1. When You're Tired… Don't Quit 2. Real Faith Moves  3. Don't Trade Christ for Something Small

What happens when couples stop guarding their hearts intentionally?In this episode, we dive into Proverbs 4:23 and discuss how emotional drift often begins with subtle distractions — divided attention, technology overload, unspoken tension, and neglected quality time. Through biblical insight, relatable stories, and practical relationship tools, we explore how couples can become more intentional about protecting intimacy, communication, and connection.This conversation is honest, faith-rooted, and deeply practical for married couples, those dating intentionally, and anyone preparing for healthy kingdom relationships.Scriptures Referenced:Proverbs 4:23 (NLT, NKJV)Song of Solomon 2:15 (NLT)1 Corinthians 13:11 (NKJV)Psalm 139:23–24 (NKJV)#GuardYourHeart #MarriageMatters #ProtectTheConnection #QualityTime #KingdomRelationshipsTo partner or to learn more about our ministry email us at s2c2gpodcast@gmail.com.

Series - Walk It Out: Living What You've Received - Pastor Russ Atter

TODAY'S TREASUREAbove all else, guard your heart, for it is the wellspring of life. Proverbs 4:23A heart at peace gives life to the body, but envy rots the bones. Proverbs 14:30The heart of the righteous weighs its answers, but the mouth of the wicked gushes evil. Proverbs 15:28Send us a comment!Support the show

Pastor John teaches on living wisely and guarding our hearts especially in these last days.

 In this Renew Podcast episode, we take a deep dive into Proverbs 4:23 and what it truly means to guard your heart with all diligence. This verse study explores how the condition of your heart shapes your thoughts, decisions, and direction in life, and why protecting it is essential for spiritual growth. Learn practical, biblical ways to keep your heart aligned with God and live a life that flows from His truth. 

GUARD YOUR HEART, GUARD YOUR GROUND | ReflectionsTuesday | April 28 2026 by GospelBells

04.26.26 - Pastor Jon Ireland

Proverbs 4:20-27 - How to Guard your Heart |   Series: Homegrown: Parenting in Proverbs  | Sam Holm, Lead Pastor |  Preached 4-26-26 10:45am  Tag: Proverbs, Parent, Parenting, Plants, Wisdom, Christian, Solomon, Leadership, Bible, Family, Faith, Children, Kids, Mom, Dad, Growth, Listen, Instruction, Technology, Screens, Accountability, Purity, Ears, Eyes, Heart

Proverbs 4:20-27 - How to Guard your Heart |   Series: Homegrown: Parenting in Proverbs  | Sam Holm, Lead Pastor |  Preached 4-26-26 10:45am  Tag: Proverbs, Parent, Parenting, Plants, Wisdom, Christian, Solomon, Leadership, Bible, Family, Faith, Children, Kids, Mom, Dad, Growth, Listen, Instruction, Technology, Screens, Accountability, Purity, Ears, Eyes, Heart

In this message: * Why your words are evidence, not the actual problem * What the Flint water crisis reveals about unaddressed sources in our own lives * Why Proverbs 4:23 is a command you cannot keep by willpower alone * How Jesus fulfills what Ezekiel promised — a new heart, not a repaired one * Four practical ways to stay connected to the Spirit who is already at work inside you

Title: Guard Your Heart Speaker: Glynn Harrison Passage: Proverbs 4:20-27 Series: Social Media Recording Date: 26.04.2026 11AM

Guard your heart above all else - Proverbs 4:23.   www.ladies4Jesus.org

On Truth Talk Live, Dwayne Carson and Robby Dillmore discuss Proverbs 4:23 and what it means to guard your heart. Listeners share real stories, prayer requests, and practical ways to protect their hearts by filtering what they take in and focusing on faith, truth, and God's Word.

Would you like to live in peace? For to live in peace, especially in our current day, it's simple. We must protect our peace. When it comes to living in peace, we really have two options. We can either keep chasing peace, keep replacing the sheep, or we can build a cage for the lion. Listen and find out what we're talking about, you'll be Happy you did!If you would like to help us spread the Happy PayPal: www.PayPal.me/StevoHays Cash App: $HappyLifeStudios Zelle: StevoHays@gmail.com Venmo: @StevoHays Buy Me A Coffee: buymeacoffee.com/HappyLifeStudio Check: Payable to Hays Ministries or Steve Hays and send to 27240 213th Place S.E. Maple Valley, WA 98038  Contact us Linktree: www.Linktr.ee/HappyLifeStudios Email: Podcast@HappyLife.Studio Yo Stevo Hotline: (425) 200-HAYS (4297) Webpage: www.HappyLife.lol  YouTube: www.YouTube.com/StevoHays Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/steve-hays-b6b1186b/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@happylifestudios Facebook: www.Facebook.com/HappyLifeStudios  Instagram: www.Instagram.com/HappyLife_Studios  Twitter: www.x.com/stevehays We would also like to give a special thanks to James Kocian, for the use of his amazing songs "bumper 1", "Some Kinda Way" and "Still A Kid". Check out more of his amazing stuff here www.JamesKocian.com or here www.Facebook.com/jameskocianmusic and tell him thanks from Happy Life Studios. The song we used for the intro was "Are You Happy" by Primitive Radio Gods. The ending song was "Make Someone Happy" by Jimmy Durante. We don't own any rights, but we do think they are amazing songs.

In this episode, Christi continues the “Guard Your Heart” series, teaching how the lust of other things—whether sexual temptation, greed, or other cravings—can keep God's Word from bearing fruit in our lives.The good news is that God always provides a way of escape and the power through the Holy Spirit to live free. If you've faced temptation, grief, or heartbreak, this message will remind you that healing and restoration are possible through Jesus.In this episode, you will learn:• How lust can quietly affect your heart and spiritual growth• What it means to honor God with your body• How to overcome temptation by renewing your mind with God's WordREAD THIS WEEK'S DEVOTIONAL: If you need prayer, please contact our office at (866) 50-HEART or team@christi.org.CHECK OUT the rest of Christi's story at christi.orgSUPPORT Christi's New Season at christi.org/giveFind where Christi will be ministering next at christi.org/join-christi-liveCONNECTFB: /ChristiLeFevreMinistriesIG: @Christi_LeFevre

What if what you think will make you happy… is actually stealing your purpose?In this episode of Healed Heart, Christi continues the Guard Your Heart series, exposing the subtle danger of the “lust of other things.” Rooted in Proverbs 4:23, this message reveals how unchecked desires can drain your peace, hinder your faith, and block the fruit God has for you.In this episode, you will learn:* How to recognize the subtle signs of lust beyond just the physical—including cravings for success, validation, or more* Why the “lust of other things” (Mark 4:19) can choke the Word and stop your faith from producing results* How to walk in true contentment and freedom by putting God first and guarding your heart dailyREAD THIS WEEK'S DEVOTIONAL: If you need prayer, please contact our office at (866) 50-HEART or team@christi.org.CHECK OUT the rest of Christi's story at christi.orgSUPPORT Christi's New Season at christi.org/giveFind where Christi will be ministering next at christi.org/join-christi-liveCONNECTFB: /ChristiLeFevreMinistriesIG: @Christi_LeFevre

Abner Chou • Proverbs 4:1–4:27 • Sojourners

Abner Chou • Proverbs 4:1–4:27

Guard your heart! God specifically instructs believers to keep a diligent watch over our hearts. If the heart goes bad so does everything else! But if the heart is protected, kept safe, and grows in the Lord - everything else thrives! If you prayed the prayer of Salvation please fill out this form so that we can mail you a free gift!https://gospeltabernacle.breezechms.com/form/salvationIf you would like to check out all our resources, send a message, or sow a seed into the ministry work please visit:https://www.faithformygeneration.com

The condition of your heart determines the direction of your life.  This is the consistent teaching of the Scriptures – as our hearts go, so do our actions.Main Points:1. Satan uses all kinds of weapons to attack our hearts.  For me, these attacks often come in the form of circumstance that leads to disappointment, discouragement, or even disillusionment.  2. Solomon's words are a warning. He says we are to “guard.”  He implies you are living in a combat zone.  You don't have to guard something unless it is under attack.  You don't guard and protect something unless it is in danger.3. In prayer, do a heart check. Is your heart healthy? Are you healthy spiritually? Spiritual vitality is found in a close relationship with Jesus Christ.Today's Scripture Verses:Proverbs 4:23 - “Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it.” Proverbs 17:19 - “As water reflects the face, so one's life reflects the heart.”Luke 6:45 - “A good man brings good things out of the good stored up in his heart, and an evil man brings evil things out of the evil stored up in his heart. For the mouth speaks what the heart is full of.”Proverbs 4:20-22 – “My son, pay attention to what I say; turn your ear to my words.  Do not let them out of your sight, keep them within your heart; for they are life to those who find them and health to one's whole body.”Quick Links:Donate to support this podcastLeave a review on Apple PodcastsGet a copy of The 5 Minute Discipleship JournalConnect on SocialJoin The 5 Minute Discipleship Facebook Group

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In this episode, Christi shares how to guard your heart and why its condition determines whether God's Word bears fruit in your life. Drawing from Proverbs 4:23, she reveals how a healed heart leads to faith, answered prayers, and abundant joy—helping you walk in the fullness of life Jesus promised.In this episode you will learn:- Understand that God's Word is planted in your heart- Recognize and guard against the enemy's devices- Cultivate a healed and pure heart before GodREAD THIS WEEK'S DEVOTIONAL: If you need prayer, please contact our office at (866) 50-HEART or team@christi.org.CHECK OUT the rest of Christi's story at christi.orgSUPPORT Christi's New Season at christi.org/giveFind where Christi will be ministering next at christi.org/join-christi-liveCONNECTFB: /ChristiLeFevreMinistriesIG: @Christi_LeFevre

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Guard Your Heart And Walk In Victory—DON'T LET THE ENEMY WIN | Blessed Morning Prayer For Today SUBSCRIBE to catch all the latest prayers uploaded to the Daily Effective Prayer Podcast! For more powerful daily prayers and to connect with the ministry visit: https://www.dailyeffectiveprayer.org © Copyright DailyEffectivePrayer.com  SUPPORT THE MINISTRY: (We are listener-supported)https://www.dailyeffectiveprayer.org/donate/ DO YOU NEED PRAYER? Send us a prayer request right now:https://www.dailyeffectiveprayer.org/prayer-request-online/ CONNECT WITH US:https://www.dailyeffectiveprayer.org/connectYouTube (1M+ SUBSCRIBERS)X / TwitterInstagram ThreadsInstagramFacebook Daily Effective Prayer™

Audio taken from the live teaching "A Biblical Battle Plan For Finishing Well - 5 Ways To Safeguard Your Spiritual & Moral Life" - https://youtu.be/IV0QndmMg44I believe Proverbs 4:23–27 gives us one of the clearest battle plans God has provided for us in Scripture for protecting our spiritual and moral lives.In our text, Solomon, the wisest man who ever lived, is speaking to his son, but today the Holy Spirit is speaking to every believer who wants to not only start well, but also finish well. The text shows us five critical “gates” we must diligently guard if we are going to walk in purity and integrity in a morally toxic world.Guardrail #1 - Guard Your HeartGuardrail #2 - Guard Your MouthGuardrail #3 - Guard Your EyesGuardrail #4 - Guard Your PathsGuardrail #5 - Guard Your FeetKey Scriptures used in today's teaching: Proverbs 4: 20-27Other Scriptures referenced: Matthew 6:22-23; Proverbs 4:27; Psalm 32:8; Jude 24Unless otherwise noted, most Scripture will be read from the New Living Translation (NLT) Bible.If you prayed with Tiff, click here https://lostlamb.org/ and let him know!  Be sure to check out the playlist “New Beginnings” - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsX8E19Azl58_FjxELPxjnsL8CAtmama4Thank you for listening, and subscribe for new content each week. 
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Start at the source: the heart. We explore how inner life—thoughts, desires, and daily choices—spills into families, communities, and national destiny. Guided by Mark 7, we push beyond surface rituals and ask the tougher question: what's forming our character, and how does that formation show up in the real world?We move from scripture to lived reality, reflecting on a brutal crime and the Red Brigades' campaign of terror to show how pride, deceit, and envy don't stay private. They scale. Alongside these hard moments, we lift up examples of courage and service through a Medal of Honor citation and the immigrant story it carries. The throughline is not partisanship but principle: public virtue rests on private virtue. John Adams, General MacArthur, and Ronald Reagan each underscore a civic code where duty, honor, and sacrifice aren't museum pieces—they're survival tools for a free people.You'll hear a frank look at contested teachings around marriage, a call to examine where tradition replaces truth or where convenience edits conviction, and a reminder from Psalms and Proverbs that wisdom speaks quietly while folly shouts. We pray for leaders, first responders, neighbors, and marriages, not as ritual but as alignment with a higher standard. The message is clear: laws matter and institutions matter, but neither can save a society that abandons the work of guarding the heart.If this conversation stirs something in you—hope, resolve, a nudge to act—lean into it. Subscribe to the show, share this episode with a friend who's ready for substance over slogans, and leave a review so others can find it. What single virtue will you practice this week that could ripple beyond your own life?#DouglassMacArthur #DailyScripture #CountrysideBookSeriesSupport the showThe American Soul Podcasthttps://www.buzzsprout.com/1791934/subscribe Countryside Book Series https://www.amazon.com/Countryside-Book-J-T-Cope-IV-ebook/dp/B00MPIXOB2

Do you ever scroll social media and suddenly feel like you're falling behind as a working mom? Like everyone else is more organized, more present, more patient, more intentional… and you're just trying to survive the day? In today's episode, we're talking about 5 grace-filled ways to quiet the noise and guard your heart as a working mom — without guilt or comparison. If you're a busy Christian mom juggling work, family, faith, and responsibilities, it's easy for social media comparison and unrealistic expectations to steal your peace. But Scripture reminds us in Proverbs 4:23 to guard our hearts—because everything we do flows from it. This episode will help you: Recognize how social media comparison impacts your mindset Protect your peace without deleting everything or adding more rules Replace striving and guilt with truth Create simple, grace-filled boundaries in your daily rhythm Invite God into your scrolling instead of feeling ashamed by it You don't need more pressure. You don't need a perfectly curated life. And you are not failing as a working mom. You need steady truth, practical wisdom, and the reminder that God is not measuring you against someone else's highlight reel. If you've been feeling overwhelmed, discouraged, or quietly inadequate, this episode will help you reset your heart and realign your thoughts with what's true. Scripture Mentioned: Proverbs 4:23 Philippians 4:8 Romans 12:2  

“Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it.” (Proverbs 4:23) In this stand-alone sermon, Brandon Hutzell explains that our greatest problem isn't outside us but within us — our hearts. Through the teaching of Jesus in Mark 7 and God's promises in Jeremiah and Ezekiel, we see that we can't fix ourselves, but God gives us a new heart through Christ. This message challenges us to honestly examine our motives, resist self-deception, stay rooted in Scripture, listen to the Holy Spirit, and actively guard the new heart God has given so we can live for His pleasure and truly see Him.

It’s easy to assume that being compassionate means carrying everyone else’s emotions as if they’re our own. When we love people deeply, we naturally want to help them through their struggles. We listen, we empathize, we pray, and sometimes we even absorb their fear, anxiety, and heaviness without realizing it. This devotional is a reminder that while God calls us to bear one another’s burdens, He doesn’t call us to be emotionally overtaken by everything happening around us. The world is full of brokenness, and people are often hurting—but we cannot control their circumstances or fix every problem. What we can control is how we respond and how we protect what’s happening inside of us. Proverbs 4:23 reminds us that our heart is the source from which everything flows. If our heart becomes polluted by negativity, bitterness, fear, or constant emotional overload, it becomes difficult to live with peace, wisdom, and spiritual strength. Guarding your heart doesn’t mean shutting people out. It means staying rooted in Christ while you walk with others through their pain. God can help you be compassionate without becoming consumed. When you keep Jesus at the center, your heart stays healthy soil—ready to bear good fruit, even in hard seasons. Main Takeaways Compassion is biblical, but absorbing everyone else’s anxiety is not sustainable. You can support others without letting their burdens overwhelm your spirit. Guarding your heart is essential because your words, actions, and choices flow from it. Scripture helps keep your emotions grounded when life feels heavy. Staying close to Jesus allows you to offer comfort without losing your own peace. Today’s Bible Verse “Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it” (Proverbs 4:23, NIV). Your Daily Prayer Prayer excerpt for listeners: “Help me see when others’ trials have overwhelmed me emotionally. Please provide me with a biblical perspective so that I am not swept away by my emotions.” Listen to the full prayer here, or to read the full devotional and prayer, visit the resources below. Find more encouragement and devotionals here: LifeAudio.com – Christian podcasts, devotionals, and prayer resources Crosswalk.com – Faith articles, Bible study tools, and devotionals This episode is sponsored by Trinity Debt Management. If you are struggling with debt call Trinity today. Trinity's counselors have the knowledge and resources to make a difference. Our intention is to help people become debt-free, and most importantly, remain debt-free for keeps!" If your debt has you down, we should talk. Call us at 1-800-793-8548 | https://trinitycredit.orgTrinityCredit – Call us at 1-800-793-8548. Whether we're helping people pay off their unsecured debt or offering assistance to those behind in their mortgage payments, Trinity has the knowledge and resources to make a difference. https://trinitycredit.org Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

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Connect with me here! Send me a text message! Have you ever opened social media feeling fine and walked away feeling discouraged, behind, or insecure? In this episode of the Free From Comparison mini-series, we talk about why social media so easily fuels comparison and how God calls us to guard our hearts with wisdom and intention. Through Scripture and practical encouragement, you'll learn how what you consume shapes how you think — and how to protect your peace without guilt or pressure.This episode offers simple, biblical tools to help you set healthy boundaries, replace comparison with truth, and stay rooted in God's presence even in a digital world.Be encouraged, challenged and blessed today!!CHECK OUT DWELL Christian Apparel here> https://dwellapparel.com/?ref=mhdrqrpvBE SURE TO US CODE- ANGELA for 15% off! Grab your downloadable scripture cards here>> https://stan.store/mrsangelapitnikoff/p/30-scripture-cards✨Come hang with me on IG- https://www.instagram.com/mrsangelapitnikoff/✨Join our FB sisterhood!- https://www.facebook.com/groups/kingdomdaughterssisterhood✨Want some fun free resources? Click here- www.thekingdomdaughters.com✨ Connect with me! thekingdomdaughterspodcast@gmail.com Support the show

We all know that we are supposed to guard our hearts, but what does that really mean? And how are we to be obedient to that directive?

What was happening in her heart and mind in the minutes before she hit an ICE agent with a car? Today we look at what influences our choices—and how, through Scripture, we can learn to guard our hearts and act in wisdom. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What was happening in her heart and mind in the minutes before she hit an ICE agent with a car? Today we look at what influences our choices—and how, through Scripture, we can learn to guard our hearts and act in wisdom. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What was happening in her heart and mind in the minutes before she hit an ICE agent with a car? Today we look at what influences our choices—and how, through Scripture, we can learn to guard our hearts and act in wisdom. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What was happening in her heart and mind in the minutes before she hit an ICE agent with a car? Today we look at what influences our choices—and how, through Scripture, we can learn to guard our hearts and act in wisdom. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices