S – Keep your tongue from evil and your lips from deceitful speech. ¹⁴ Turn away from evil and do what is good; seek peace and pursue it

Psalms 34:13–14 CSB

O – Commentary:

Godly people control their words; speaking evil and telling lies are foolish (see 10:7; cp. 17:1).

34:14 The way of peace leads to harmony and order, whereas evil destroys them (see 37:11)

 New Living Translation Study Bible (Carol Stream, IL: Tyndale House Publishers, Inc., 2008), Ps 34:13–14.

A – Our words are powerful and reveal what is in our thoughts.  We can “fake it” for a while but eventually, the truth will come out.  As believers, we must deal with our heart and core beliefs daily.  As that aligns with God’s word and character, our thoughts, words and actions also come into agreement with Him.  Then, choosing against evil and moving toward what is good and righteous is easier.

R – Heavenly Father, you are Holy and just.  We invite you to search our hearts God and show us where we need to surrender to you.  We choose your character and goodness as our “plumb line” to align ourselves.  We want to live and model your character and goodness today.