“Lord, purify the thoughts of my heart, that my tongue may never stray from the truth you teach. Grant that my words may be gentle and faithful, strengthening peace among those who hear me and giving honor to you in all my speech.”
—Jean Gerson (1363–1429)
Source: Jean Gerson, Early Works, trans. Brian Patrick McGuire (New York: Paulist Press, 1998), 214.
Reflection: Where do I most need God’s help today to align my speech with truth and gentleness?