Daily Devotional: Our Father Knows Best
By Mark Waldrop

Scripture:
Psalm 141:3
Set a guard, O LORD, over my mouth; keep watch over the door of my lips!

Reflection:
Words hold immense power. They can build up or tear down, heal or hurt, bring peace or provoke conflict. The psalmist’s prayer for God to set a guard over his mouth is a profound acknowledgment of this power and a desire for divine help in controlling it.

Our Heavenly Father understands the impact of our words more than we do. He knows that what we say can affect our relationships, our witness, and our own hearts. This verse reminds us to seek God's guidance and restraint in our speech. When we ask Him to watch over our lips, we are inviting His wisdom and love to influence not only what we say but also how we say it.

Prayer:
Dear Lord, I ask that You set a guard over my mouth today. Help me to speak words that reflect Your love and grace. Keep me from saying things that might harm others or misrepresent You. Guide my thoughts so that my words can be a blessing to those around me. Amen.

Contemplation:
Take a moment to reflect on the words you have spoken recently. Were they uplifting and kind? Consider how you can make a conscious effort to speak with love and wisdom, relying on God to guide your lips.