God evaluates not only our actions and words but also our thoughts — the inner life is moral territory. Wicked thoughts — plans of harm, envy, malice — are abhorrent to God even before they become words or deeds. But pure words — flowing from a pure heart — are a delight to Him.
Memory phrase: God values pure thoughts.
Talk about it: What kinds of thoughts does God love to hear?
Prayer: God, make my thoughts pure and pleasing.