The words you speak come from the heart – that’s what defiles you. For from the heart come evil thoughts, murder, adultery, all sexual immorality, theft, lying, and slander. These are what defile you (Matthew 15:18-20; NLT).
May we think
As you intend,
And always speak
As you desire.
May we act
As you command,
And grow like you,
As you require.
May we see
Your face in all,
And serve you, Lord,
As you expect.
May we love you, Lord,
In all,
And pray for them,
As you direct.
I urge you, first of all, to pray for all people. Ask God to help them; intercede on their behalf, and give thanks for them (1 Timothy 2:1; NLT).