The tongue also is a fire, a world of evil among the parts of the body. It corrupts the whole body, sets the whole course of one's life on fire, and is itself set on fire by hell. James 3:6
The mouth is a powerful weapon. It can bruise people or cheer them up. Many times you may want to say something to someone and have not thought it through and bingo it backfires.
Just as today’s verse says it can set a forest ablaze, figuratively. Loose lips sink ships was the saying in World War 2. Words can really mess up people and relationships if not used properly.
Try to let your words be few. This word concept applies to texts and emails as well. Certain personality types may have more of a struggle than others but really try to think before you speak.
PRAYER: “Ouch” is the phrase I use when I have been beat up by words from others used hastily or not thought out. I choose to forgive those who may not ask for forgiveness and to be careful with my own mouth. In Jesus’ name. Amen.
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