PrayerPoint ~ The Mouth
I speak up when I shouldn’t and don’t when I should. When really frustrated or angry I have used words like weapons. I am guilty of saying things that are true, but not helpful or necessary. And if I have really blown it, I relive my verbal sin in the dark of the night and feel sick in the pit of my stomach.
Just because I think it doesn’t mean I should say it.
We have all been hurt by someone else’s words. And intentionally or not, we have all wounded others. I try to give a lot of grace to others in this department because I know just how often I make mistakes myself. I find if I just take some extra time before I respond in an unkind way, the moment often passes, I say nothing and I have retained my integrity. I sleep better on those nights.
Heavenly Father, My words can tear down and they can also build-up. Help me to think more soberly before I speak and measure my words carefully. Let the words that come out of my mouth be encouraging and edifying. May my words be praise for You and the works You have done in my life! In Jesus’ Name…
Taste and see that the LORD is good;
blessed is the man who takes refuge in him. Psalm 34:8 NIV
blessed is the man who takes refuge in him. Psalm 34:8 NIV
Contemplating the words I say,
Liz
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Words have so much power for good and evil. God spoke and the world was formed. Satan spoke and man was thrust into bondage. “Lord, stand guard at my mouth.” So thankful Jesus’s words speak reconciliation and agape love.
Amen, Debbi. So powerful. So thankful for God’s Word!