The Psalms give powerful insights into controlling the heart. Identified therein is the penalty for feeding its off-limits lusts [Ps. 106:15], and the reward of its obedience to God’s commands [Ps. 108:1,13].

We are directed to “guard our heart, for out of it are all the issues of life.” Simple heart decisions can determine the success or failure of a marriage, the outcome of an IRS investigation, the avoidance of a vehicle accident, and the reward of a financial investment.

When our hearts fail us, and they ALWAYS WILL, we turn to Christ Who is the “strength of our heart and (our) portion forever.” [Ps. 73:26]

READ/LISTEN: Ps. 106-108