Moses said to the heads of the tribes of Israel: “This is what the Lord commands: When a man makes a vow to the Lord or takes an oath to obligate himself by a pledge, he must not break his word but must do everything he said.

Numbers 30:1-2

Today’s passage has three important takeaways. First, carefully count the cost before giving your word. Second, faithfully keep your word even when costly to do so. Third, in giving your word, be mindful that pledges involving your time, talents, resources, or affections affect more than just yourself and be considerate of others who are impacted by your commitments.

CLOSING PRAYER: Father, help me to be careful with my commitments; may others know they can always count on my word to be true and to be kept.

(A Summary from Encounter with God)