Baseball is Back!

In this powerful reflection on spiritual vigilance, we're reminded that protecting our hearts is much like a catcher guarding home plate—it requires constant attention and intentionality. Drawing from Proverbs 4:23, 'Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it,' we explore how the influences we allow into our lives—through music, media, friendships, and entertainment—shape who we become. Just as legendary catcher Yadier Molina stayed alert to every threat on the field, throwing out nearly half the runners who attempted to steal, we must remain watchful over what tries to 'steal' our spiritual focus. The devotion challenges us to ask hard questions: What are we feeding our minds and hearts? Are we surrounding ourselves with people and content that build us up or tear us down? The beautiful truth is that guarding our hearts isn't just about keeping bad things out—it's about intentionally filling ourselves with good things: worship music, Scripture, positive friendships, and Godly influences. This message resonates especially in our digital age where YouTube, TikTok, and endless content streams compete for our attention. We're called not to isolation, but to wisdom—choosing environments and relationships that help us grow in faith rather than compromise it.