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 Wednesday, October 12, 1955

What Jesus Did!

A daily guide from the gospels that challenges readers to live for Jesus.

'If God Gave You Authority, Prove It!'

"But the Jewish leaders demanded [of Jesus], "What are you doing? If God gave you authority to [clear the Temple of the money changers and animals],..."

Praying with Paul

Features the apostle Paul's writings turned into daily, powerful prayers.

'God's Children, Israel' (Ro. 9:1-18)

"Dear Father, Keep me and all who are related to me from any hint of hatred toward Israel, your ancient people. Let us love them and pray for their..."

Unstoppable!

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

'God's Universal Promise!' (Acts 2:38-41)

"[Peter's sermon on Pentecost led the people to ask what they should do.] Peter replied, "Each of you must repent of your sins and turn to God, and be...."

Today's Verse

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