My Child, Be Attentive
To My Words
My child, be attentive to my words;
incline your ear to my sayings. Do not let them escape from your sight; keep
them within your heart. For they are life to those who find them, and healing
to all their flesh. Keep your heart with all vigilance, for from it flow the
springs of life. Put away your crooked speech, and put devious talk far from
you. Let your eyes look directly forward, and your gaze be straight before you.
Keep straight the path of your feet, and all your ways will be sure. Do not
swerve to the right or to the left; turn your foot away from evil.
Proverbs 4:20-27
Many of us are worried about having annual physicals. And guess
what? We are probably also a little afraid of spiritual check-ups too. After
all, if we check our spirit too closely, we might have to change a habit or
two. Get over your reluctance. Use your ears to hear God’s Word clearly. Use
your eyes to keep your vision turned to the teachings that will guide you
toward righteousness. Make sure you protect your heart from evil. Watch your
tongue and make sure your mouth is clean and pure. Examine your feet. Walk
straight toward God’s truth without wavering. Regular checkups will help you
restore your spiritual vitality. A spiritual checkup is the key to spiritual
health.
Our Daily Bread –