Leviticus 5:1. “And if a soul sin, and hear the voice of swearing, whether he hath seen or known of it; if he do not utter it, then he shall bear his iniquity.” SHOULD I? Some facts must be told, to not do so is sin. The effects of withholding are bad. To keep silent may at times be a serious crime, Even when we have been caught off our guard.
Sinfulness, of whatever kind, is unclean in every case. To try to down-play what God says is wrong, Leads us farther and farther away, Till to that sin we will soon be immune.
Why is this right, and the other thing wrong? Who makes these rules for us? It is God Himself Who knows what’s along The path-way of life we must pass.
The things that were holy were all designated, To be used for the priests’ food alone. Others who made some vows they neglected, Had to make a sacrifice for sin to atone.
To tell the truth and live it before others;
Is an obligation I am expected to fill. Then the things I know, and before didn’t bother; The truths, I must commit now to tell.
It is not enough for me to know what is right, Others from my lips need to know; What may to people be small – in God’s sight It’s important; because like leaven – sin grows.
The result of a transgression is long in effect; Dark marks on the soul are implanted. To be right with God, and clear of attack, Confession lets forgiveness be granted.
“O Righteous Father: I am beseeching Thee to help me never to speak when I should be quiet, and to speak when my words should be heard. I have this tendency to be “mouthy” at times and it can be very inappropriate. I also hold back from testifying when I should. I want to learn to speak like my Lord. “They marveled at the gracious words that proceeded from His mouth.” May my words be with grace seasoned with salt, by Thy gracious guidance. In the name of the Lord Jesus Christ, Amen.”