Quiet Contemplation - Day 12

Psalm 19:14 (NIV)

May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be pleasing in your sight, O LORD, my Rock and my Redeemer.

Philippians 4:8 (NIV)

Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things.

            A telephone number is seven digits, ten if you include the area code. A social security number is nine digits. According to InfoSec Institute, the average password is 9.6 characters. So one would think it to be easy to learn eight words. I know, I get it, right now you are coming up with all the exceptions: don’t need to learn phone #s, just plug them into your phone…only need the last four of your social most of the time…I prefer short passwords…I’m too old…I’m too busy…etc.

            I understand all of your objections, truly I do. Nevertheless, my challenge to you (as well as to myself), will be to learn by memory the following eight words:

True – Noble – Right – Pure – Lovely – Admirable – Excellent – Praiseworthy

I’m sure there are other words just as important, but this is a great start. Focus on things having to do with these words. When our hearts are focused on things pleasing to God, most likely the words coming out of mouths will be pleasing to him as well.

Gracious Heavenly Father,

             Forgive us where we fail you, as we often do. We humbly thank you for your love and mercy. Guide us in focusing upon those things which are pleasing to you. May our words bring honor and glory to your name.

            In Christ’s name we pray, Amen.

Respectfully written and submitted by

Dotty Willmon, Resurrection Christian—looking for the blessed hope of Christ’s return!