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 Monday, October 12, 2009

What Jesus Did!

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

'Give Us Bread Every Day' (Jn. 6:33-34)

"[Jesus said,] "The true bread of God is the one who comes down from heaven and gives life to the world." "Sir," [the people] said, "give us that....."

Unstoppable!

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

'The Suffering Servant Prophesied by Isaiah Is Jesus!'

"Philip ran over and heard the [treasurer of Ethiopia] reading from the prophet Isaiah. Philip asked, "Do you understand what you are reading?" ..."

Passion for Praise

A daily passage of Scripture emphasizing praise to our God.

'From Childhood' (Ps. 71:5-6)

"O Lord, you alone are my hope. I've trusted you, O Lord, from childhood. Yes, you have been with me from birth; from my mother's womb you have cared....."

Today's Verse

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