Guard Your Five Senses is a heartfelt and biblically grounded guide that explores how our five senses—sight, hearing, touch, taste, and smell—serve as powerful gateways to our hearts and souls. Each sense shapes how we perceive the world, influences our thoughts and actions, and ultimately affects our spiritual health.

Through thoughtful reflection, scripture-based teaching, and practical applications, this book reveals the sinful pitfalls that can arise when our senses are misused—such as lustful gazing, deceitful hearing, careless speech, and more. But it also shines a light on the godly purposes for which these senses were created: to worship God, love others, and live in holiness.

Starting with a deep dive into the sense of sight, the first section uncovers twenty ways eyes can either lead us into darkness or draw us closer to Christ, challenging readers to purify their vision and fix their gaze on heavenly things.

With compassionate encouragement and spiritual wisdom, Guard Your Five Senses calls believers to an intentional life of guarding not only their eyes but all their senses—empowering them to walk daily in God’s light, truth, and grace.

"There are six things the Lord hates, seven that are detestable to him: a proud look, a lying tongue…"


Before pride is heard in words or seen in actions, it often reveals itself through the eyes. A lifted chin. A narrowed gaze. A look of disdain, mockery, or superiority. Scornful glances are not just rude—they are sinful, and God hates them.


Why? Because they speak volumes—without saying a word.


A proud look is more than facial expression—it's a posture of the heart. It says:


Reflect a heart disconnected from humility and grace


"The arrogance of man will be brought low and human pride humbled; the Lord alone will be exalted." — Isaiah 2:11


Jesus Himself never looked down on the broken. He looked upon sinners with compassion, not contempt. So when we give scornful looks to others—especially the weak, wounded, or different—we betray the very heart of Christ.


👁️ Insight: Your Eyes Reflect Your Heart


Do I glare at those I dislike or disrespect?


Do I smirk, sneer, or show disgust through my expressions?


Even if you never say a word, your eyes may be speaking pride, division, and cruelty. The Bible warns us: God resists the proud (James 4:6).


Remember that all you have is from God. (1 Corinthians 4:7)


Look at people with gentleness and respect, even if they differ from you.


He looked upon sinners with mercy, not mockery.


Be mindful of your facial reactions. They speak more than words.


"Lord, forgive me for the times I've looked at others with pride or contempt. Cleanse my heart of arrogance. Teach me to see people as You see them—with love, mercy, and compassion. Let my eyes reflect Your grace, not my pride. May I walk in humility, and may every glance bring honor to You. In Jesus' name, Amen."


Chapter 17 - Sin #16 — Scornful Glances