Guard What Matters Most

In this heartfelt and challenging message, Pastor Edward Arias urges listeners to take seriously the biblical command to guard their hearts. Drawing from Proverbs 4:23, he compares the spiritual condition of our hearts to a home left unsealed—vulnerable to irritants, distractions, and damage. Just like flies entering a home through cracks, the enemy uses distractions, temptations, and unchecked thoughts to influence and disrupt our lives.

Using the shepherd’s practice of anointing sheep with oil to protect them from flies, Pastor Edward illustrates the need for spiritual covering and daily renewal through the Holy Spirit. He reminds us that spiritual growth requires awareness, surrender, and intentionality. We are already sealed by the Spirit, but we must choose to stay rooted in Christ to experience lasting transformation.

This message is an invitation to stop patching over problems and start allowing the Good Shepherd to inspect and heal our hearts. When we guard what matters most, we not only protect our peace—we position ourselves for purpose.

Key Scripture: Proverbs 4:23 – "Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it."