discernment

Guarding your crown means protecting and preserving the message of the Gospel that you have received. It involves standing firm in the faith, rooted and grounded in the hope of salvation that comes from believing in Jesus Christ. It also means being watchful and discerning of false teachings and distractions that would seek to rob you of your assurance and confidence in Christ. By holding fast to the truth of the Gospel, we are preserving the treasure that has been committed to us and remaining steadfast in our faith until the return of our Lord Jesus Christ. Becoming complacent or led astray by false teachings and distractions can have serious consequences for our faith, so it is important to be aware of the voices of thieves and robbers who seek to steal our crown. Guarding our own is essential to protecting the message of the Gospel and staying faithful to the teachings of Jesus Christ.