1. What does Proverbs 4 teach us about why the heart is so important?

 2. What is the difference between the “path of the righteous” and the “path of the wicked” in verses 10–19?

 3. Why do you think Proverbs tells us not just to avoid evil, but to “not even enter” the path of the wicked (vv. 14–15)?

 4. According to verses 24–27, what practical areas of life must we guard?

 5. What are some ways our culture makes it difficult to stay “on guard” spiritually?

 6. How does the Gospel help us to guard our hearts?