Lord, make known to me the path that I must walk

Never let evil talk pass your lips;
say only the good things men need to hear,
things that will really help them.
      Do nothing that will sadden the Holy Spirit
      with whom you were sealed against the day of redemption.
Get rid of all bitterness, all passion and anger,
harsh words, slander, and malice of every kind.
          In place of these,
          be kind to one another, compassionate, and mutually forgiving,
          just as God has forgiven you in Christ.

Ephesians 4:29-32

At daybreak, be merciful to me.

Make known to me the path that I must walk.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit,

– At daybreak, be merciful to me.

From Lauds on Friday of Week 1