Daily Wisdom: Matthew 5:37

Simply let your 'Yes' be 'Yes,' and your 'No,' 'No'; anything beyond this comes from the evil one.

Comments

Have thoughts on this devotional? Leave a comment

8 Related Resources by Heartlight

"[Jesus continued:] " But I say, do not make any vows! ... And do not say, 'By the earth!' because the earth is [God's] footstool. And do not say, 'By...."

Words, Words, Words

Article by Paul Faulkner

Looking to put the spin on something, then learn from this! Paul Faulkner reminds us of the awesome power of words and our human ability to use them to distort the truth and anger God.

Yes Be Yes, No Be No

Article by Bill Brant

Are you as good as your word? Say what you mean and then do what you say. Those around you will come to trust you when your actions are the same as your words.

To Tell the Truth

Article by Rubel Shelly

Does truth matter to us much these days? Rubel Shelly addresses the issues of honesty and integrity and the importance of telling the truth and the sin against each other and ourselves when we lie and do not tell the truth.

Illustration

Other Devotionals from Heartlight for Tuesday, October 12, 1954

Unstoppable!

A one-year devotional guide through the book of Acts.

'Never Abandoned in the Storm' (Acts 27:39-41)

"[After battling a fierce storm for two weeks, Paul had the people on board the ship take nourishment.] When morning dawned, they didn't recognize the..."

Today's Verse

A daily devotional featuring a Bible verse, thought and prayer.

Acts 13:38-39

"Therefore, my brothers, I want you to know that through Jesus the forgiveness of sins is proclaimed to you. Through him everyone who believes is justified from...."

Spiritual Warfare

A daily devotional about God's power for our battles.

'Obey and Be Pure, Internalizing Scripture'

"How can a young person live a pure life? By obeying your word. With all my heart I try to obey you. Don’t let me break your commands. I have taken..."

Quotemeal

A daily dose of Christian quotes to inspire and encourage.