Psalm 101:3 · KJV

"I will set no wicked thing before mine eyes: I hate the work of them that turn aside; it shall not cleave to me."

King James Version

Passage Context

¹I will sing of mercy and judgment: unto thee, O LORD, will I sing.

²I will behave myself wisely in a perfect way. O when wilt thou come unto me? I will walk within my house with a perfect heart.

³I will set no wicked thing before mine eyes: I hate the work of them that turn aside; it shall not cleave to me.

⁴A froward heart shall depart from me: I will not know a wicked person.

⁵Whoso privily slandereth his neighbour, him will I cut off: him that hath an high look and a proud heart will not I suffer.

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Reflection Questions

How do you guard your eyes against wickedness in today's world?

What does it mean for you to hate the work of those who turn aside?

When have you made a conscious choice to avoid something harmful?

Life Application

integrity

Set boundaries for what you consume through media and relationships to maintain moral integrity.

self-discipline

Practice self-discipline by choosing uplifting and positive influences in your life.

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