During this fast, as we begin with repentance and humbling ourselves before The Almighty:
GUARD YOUR THOUGHTS - what you think and dwell on in your mind. Think on GOOD things. Think about the goodness of the Lord. Meditate on His Word.
GUARD YOUR WORDS - be careful what you speak. Let the Holy Ghost be our filter and a guard over our lips. God hears and we will one day give account for every idle word. (Mt 12:36)
GUARD YOUR EARS - be selective on what you listen to for what enters your ears will get into your heart and mind. Don't give ear to negative speaking or gossip. Listen to music that will draw you closer to God. Fill your home with an atmosphere of worship.
GUARD YOUR EYES - what you allow your eyes to see and read can affect your heart. (Lam 3:51) Turn off and avoid watching or reading anything that is ungodly whether it's on social media, a book, or elsewhere. Take time to read God's Word.
GUARD YOUR HEART - (Prov 4:23) don't allow the devil even a foothold into your heart through your feelings. Recognize the tactics of that sly ol' fox and cast them out.
“Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things.”
— Philippians 4:8 (KJV)
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