His disciples asked him and said to him, "Do you want us to fast? How should we pray? Should we give to charity? What diet should we observe?" Jesus said, "Don't lie, and don't do what you hate, because all things are disclosed before heaven. After all, there is nothing hidden that will not be revealed, and there is nothing covered up that will remain undisclosed." (6 Thomas)

Abstain from saying or doing anything contrary to what is true.

The disciples ask about religious rules. Jesus responds with spiritual guidance.

Yesterday the gospel lesson in many churches tells of the risen Jesus repeatedly telling his frightened followers, "Peace be with you." (John 20:19-31).

The gospel context suggests, be at peace, calm down, put aside your fears.

The Hebrew or Aramaic also means, be whole, be in right relationship with others, find your true self, behave in a fully integrated way, have integrity.

"Don't do what you hate." How often I have failed to follow this loving principle.

To truly worship God honor what is true in how we engage others and ourselves.