¹¹ Like a dog that returns to its vomit
Is a fool who repeats his folly.

Abba, in the name of our Lord Jesus, Your servant praises You.  Bless Your staff and rod of correction for while they may cause discomfort they are live saving.  Humble us and bless us with teachable spirits so we do not stumble into pride and hardness of heart.  May we all approach Your creation with childlike innocence full of awe and wonder at the mystery, never pretending to know it all and staying focused on the one things we can know – that Jesus is Lord!  Help control our tongues to share this in love and with a spirit of gentleness.  In Jesus’ name, amen.