Over the last several years, much of our attention has focused on external realities beyond our control—from COVID restrictions to political tribalism and cultural conflict. For some, these issues have consumed a great deal of time and emotional energy. While these issues may be significant, Proverbs encourages us to live life from the inside out, rather than the outside in. In other words, don’t simply focus on external circumstances—focus on your heart. In this message, we will explore what it means to “guard your heart” and why that is so important.