Reading God’s Word: Mark 5:21-43; Psalm 34:11-17

Memorizing God’s Word: 1 Corinthians 10:31 So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God.

Meditating on God’s Word: Psalm 34:13 (LSB) Guard your tongue from evil And your lips from speaking deceit.

Praying God’s Word: “Father, James reminds us that only those who are perfect will never offend with their words. In our meditation today, we are reminded that controlling our tongue requires effort, and even then, it sometimes says things it should not. Help us to ever be careful not to speak deceit, nor to speak evil of others. May our words be gracious words, much like those of our Savior, who was known as someone who spoke graciously to friends and enemies alike. Amen.”