JANUARY 24 - Guardrails for Your Heart
3-Year-Bible Reading: Proverbs 6:20–35; Matthew 21
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“My son, keep your father’s commandment, and forsake not your mother’s teaching. Bind them on your heart always; tie them around your neck.” — Proverbs 6:20–21
“Whoever falls on this stone will be broken to pieces; and when it falls on anyone, it will crush him.” — Matthew 21:44
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Have you ever been at a skate park or driving down the road and noticed the safety rails or warning signs? They’re not there to ruin your fun—they’re there to protect you. In Proverbs 6, God gives us some serious warnings about temptation, especially sexual temptation, and urges us to value the wisdom of our parents and God’s commands.
And in Matthew 21, Jesus shares parables that show the danger of rejecting God’s authority. Both passages remind us that when we ignore God’s boundaries, we’re headed for a crash—but when we listen and obey, we stay safe and strong.
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THINK ABOUT IT
1. Who’s Leading Your Heart? Are you paying attention to the wisdom and instruction God has placed in your life—like Scripture, parents, mentors, and youth leaders?
2. Danger Ahead: Proverbs warns about being lured into temptation by things that look good but lead to destruction. What are some temptations in your world that seem harmless but could hurt you spiritually or emotionally?
3. Jesus Is the Cornerstone: In Matthew 21, Jesus is the stone that either becomes your foundation or your downfall. Are you building your life on Him, or resisting His direction?
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BOTTOM LINE
God’s Word is like guardrails for your heart. His boundaries aren't about restriction—they’re about protection. When you follow His wisdom, you stay on the path that leads to life, not regret.
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PRAYER
Heavenly Father, thank You for loving me enough to set boundaries that protect my heart. Help me to listen to Your voice, honor the wisdom You’ve given through my family and leaders, and resist temptations that pull me away from You. Teach me to build my life on Jesus, the true foundation. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.
