April 27

Wherefore take up the whole armor of God, that ye may be able to withstand in the evil day, and, having done all, to stand. — Eph 6:13

People who are dishonest, or rash, or stupid will inevitably suffer the penalties of dishonesty, or rashness, or stupidity.
— Herbert Spencer.

Abide in the simple and noble regions of thy life; obey thy heart.
— Ralph Waldo Emerson.

Well, then, we must cut our way out.
— General Grant.

Prayer

Loving Father, help me to live a simple and noble life. Grant that I may have the blessedness that comes through peace, and escape the misery that comes from cruelty and untruth. Through my life may what I reap show that I have been careful in choosing and cultivating what I have sown. Amen.