ODB: words – do they matter?
May 3, 2010
What we say reveals who we are.
READ: Proverbs 15:1-7
If anyone among you thinks he is religious, and does not bridle his tongue but deceives his own heart, this one’s religion is useless. —James 1:26
Iheard a teenager from a Christian family declare, “My mom doesn’t think swear words are bad.” He then indicated which words she found acceptable—words that have long been considered inappropriate.
Society’s standard of language has declined in recent years, but we don’t have to decline with it. As we strive to be “very careful . . . how [we] live” (Eph. 5:15 niv), we should think about how to honor God with our words.
We please the Lord with our tongue when we show discernment. “He who restrains his lips is wise,” Proverbs 10:19 reminds us. When we do speak, we are to filter the words that escape our lips: “Whoever guards his mouth and tongue keeps his soul from troubles” (21:23).
It is important to use kind, positive words—even to address tough subjects. “A harsh word stirs up anger,” but “the tongue of the wise uses knowledge rightly” (Prov. 15:1-2).
Finally, avoid words that reflect poorly on who we are as God’s children. Paul’s admonition to “let no corrupt word proceed out of your mouth” (Eph. 4:29) sets a strong standard for the righteous use of words.
To honor God in each part of life, use words that are pleasing and acceptable to a holy God. —Dave Branon
Source: Our Daily Bread
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Words, they say are like eggs. When broken cant be gathered. We mold and mar our life by our words. Self-profession should be positive, even when we see otherwise. Today we see tomorrow we make by what we say today. I will make it, it shall be well with me, etc are what we should declare. Note that satan watches us to get us by our words. Then, how shall we be bailed our of such cause we put our selves into by our words.
Make positive confessions always. God bless you today. Amen.