Thought for the day

The phrase “let your ‘Yes’ be ‘Yes,’ and your ‘No,’ ‘No'” comes from Matthew 5:37, where Jesus says:
“But let your ‘Yes’ be ‘Yes,’ and your ‘No,’ ‘No.’ For whatever is more than these is from the evil one.” (NKJV)

Jesus was teaching in the Sermon on the Mount, addressing the issue of making oaths or swearing to prove the truth of one’s words. He was emphasizing honesty, integrity, and reliability in speech.

Key Christian Principles Behind This Teaching:
1. Truthfulness Without the Need for Oaths:
We should be so trustworthy that our simple word is enough. We shouldn’t need to “swear” or “promise” to convince others.
2. Integrity in Communication:
Our words should match our intentions and actions. If we say “yes,” it should mean a real commitment. If we say “no,” it should be firm and honest.
3. Reflecting God’s Character:
God is faithful and true to His word. As His people, we are called to reflect that same faithfulness.
4. Avoiding Manipulation or Deception:
Saying “yes” but meaning “no,” or using words to mislead, is dishonest and un-Christlike.

In Practice we should be:
*Keeping promises.
*Not saying things just to please others.
*Being dependable in word and deed.
*Speaking plainly, without exaggeration or misleading language.

In short, it means we as Christians should be people of our word—reliable, honest, and faithful, just like Christ.

Erick Bouwmeester
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