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I was out shopping recently and overheard a conversation between two individuals in the checkout lane. Every other word was filthy, but they continued talking as though no one else really mattered. The worst part was they had small children with them who took in every word. I wondered if the children were using the same language as their parents. Then to my astonishment, they mentioned that they attended church. It’s amazing that there are so many who feel God is only in the church house, but the Bible reminds us that He is everywhere. There is no way we can escape the presence of God.

Psalm 19 tells us that His glory is all around us. When we look into the heavens, we witness His glory. When we rise each morning and lie down each night, He displays His glory. It is God who converts the soul and whose Word is true. His Word makes our hearts glad; purifying it that we may see clearly the things He has in store for us. Reverencing the Lord cleans us from within that our light may shine through. So sweet is His Word that honey has to take a backseat. There is nothing on earth sweeter than the Word of God.

Before you speak, will your words be acceptable in the ears of God? Will He approve of your speech? Will your words bring forth glory or shame? Will your thoughts and reflections be pure and clean before an almighty God? What will be said about you when you leave the presence of others? Ask Him to remove any obstacles that would hinder you from serving Him in spirit and in truth. After all, He is our strength and our redeemer. Monitor your words and your thoughts.