Likewise the tongue is a small part of the body, but it makes great boasts. Consider what a great forest is set on fire by a small spark. James 3:5
Matthew 12:37 For by your words you will be acquitted, and by your words you will be condemned."
Indeed no man or woman can tame the tongue. It is full of deadly poison that is why it is so critical to attempt to get it under control. How many fights have begun due to misspoken or misunderstood words? Better yet, blurting out words you did not intend to say. Whoops, too late. Oh my goodness, help me Jesus is all I can say.
There are so many verses in scripture pertaining to words and speaking. I will list just a few here:
James 1:19 My dear brothers and sisters, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry,
Proverbs 18:21 The tongue has the power of life and death, and those who love it will eat its fruit.
I challenge you to do your own search of the scriptures to find many more verses on the power of words. There are over 100. If only you could reign in this little hole in your face to only say good things and not feel like you have to add your two cents every time. So many misunderstandings could be eliminated. So many family squabbles would be history. Many marriages would be saved. Also get a handle on your social media ‘words’ as well and try to be kind and gentle and avoid the unfriend monster. Now you have your challenge ahead of you so go spread kindness with your words.
PRAYER: Thank you for the gift of being able to talk. Thank you for the creation of the tongue where I can speak,shout,sing,taste food. It is quite a miracle but give me the ability to not hurt others with it. In Jesus’ name. Amen.
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