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Proverbs 6:18

God is concerned not just with actions but with the intentions of the heart. Planning evil and eagerly pursuing mischief are both abominations.

Memory phrase: Think good thoughts — plan good things.

Talk about it: Have you ever thought about doing something wrong before you did it? What helped you choose not to?

Prayer: God, guard my heart from thinking up bad plans. Help my feet run toward good things.

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