The law of the LORD is perfect; it gives new strength. The commands of the LORD are trustworthy, giving wisdom to those who lack it. The laws of the LORD are right, and those who obey them are happy. The commands of the LORD are just and give understanding to the mind. Reverence for the LORD is good; it will continue forever. The judgments of the LORD are just; they are always fair. They are more desirable than the finest gold; they are sweeter than the purest honey. They give knowledge to me, your servant; I am rewarded for obeying them.

No one can see his own errors; deliver me, LORD, from hidden faults! Keep me safe, also, from willful sins; don’t let them rule over me. Then I shall be perfect and free from the evil of sin.

May my words and my thoughts be acceptable to you, O LORD, my refuge and my redeemer!

Psalm 19:7-14

We need to ask God to cleanse us from all the secret faults we have. We suffer from presuming too many things, of knowing what God wants us to do without asking Him in prayer. We need God’s continuing strength. Our talks need to be in harmony with our walks, day to day.

Our words and deeds should speak the same language.

Our Daily Bread – August 22, 2002