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Proverbs 4:23 Β· KJV

"Keep thy heart with all diligence; for out of it are the issues of life."

King James Version

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Passage Context

21Let them not depart from thine eyes; keep them in the midst of thine heart.
22For they are life unto those that find them, and health to all their flesh.
23Keep thy heart with all diligence; for out of it are the issues of life.
24Put away from thee a froward mouth, and perverse lips put far from thee.
25Let thine eyes look right on, and let thine eyelids look straight before thee.

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you guard your heart in daily life?

2

What issues of life have you faced that originated in your heart?

3

When have you neglected to protect your heart, and what were the consequences?

Life Application

emotional health

Be intentional about what you allow into your heart and mind, as it shapes your actions and decisions. Practice mindfulness and self-reflection.

relationships

Establish healthy boundaries in relationships to protect your heart and ensure emotional well-being.

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