Words

“When there are many words, sin is unavoidable, but the one who controls his lips is wise” ~Proverbs 10:19

I have a case of foot in mouth disease, in other words I have a unique way of saying something I shouldn’t.  Words hurt and where there are many words eventually one of them is going to leave a mark.  I have seen this over and over in my life because I am a person of many words.  I get wrapped up in the sin of self and have to make my opinion known regardless of the outcome.  I would like to think I am getting better at this and in some ways I am and other ways I haven’t.  

When we have to share our words over someone else feelings we sin.  Our words are powerful and can hurt worse than sticks or stones because words go to the heart.  Such strikes over time kill and harden their mark. Christians should use their words to build up and strengthen those around us.  Words should never be used to bully or belittle others.  So how do we become wise?  By thinking about what we say before we say it.  I have a sign on my desk that I have had for a long time and it’s turned towards me.  It says, “Be sure brain is engaged before mouth is put into gear”.  I think this is wise counsel!   

Lord help me today to use words wisely. Help me to use them in such a way to build up those around me and make you known in a glorious way. Amen

Daily Reading:  Acts 13-15; Proverbs 11:16-31