Psalm 119:9-10

How can a young man keep his way pure? By keeping watch (on himself) according to Your word (conforming his life to Your precepts). With all my heart I have sought You, (inquiring of You and longing for You); do not let me wander from Your commandments (neither through ignorance nor by willful disobedience).

Seek God first! What we turn to in times of trouble, and the words we speak, reflect where we are with Jesus. When we keep a watch on ourselves in accordance with the word and follow its commands, we keep our feet firmly planted. Not knowing the truth or being disobedient to the word allows trouble into our lives.