Matthew 5:33-37 But i say: Don’t make any vows! even to say, ‘By heavens!’ is a sacred vow to God, for the heavens are God’s throne. ³⁵ And If you say ‘By the earth!’ it is sacred vow, for the earth is His footstool. And don’t swear by Jerusalem!’ for Jerusalem is the city of the great King.
³⁶ Don’t even swear, ‘By my head!’ for you can’t turn one hair white or black. ³⁷ Just say a simple, ‘Yes I will,’ or No, I won’t.’ Your word is enough. To strengthen your promise with a vow shows that something is wrong.
(Lord, helps us to say the words, and to do the right things at the right time. Amen)