CARELESS SPEECH

   

  "He who has knowledge spares his words, and a man of understanding is of a calm spirit."  (Pro. 17:27)

Let's find out how effective our words are!

     "When my wife and I were visiting a church for a special musical program, we arrived early to get a good seat. Before the program began, we overheard two members seated behind us complaining about their church. 

     They criticized the pastoral staff, leadership, music, ministry priorities, and several other things that made them unhappy. They were either unconcerned about or oblivious to the presence of two visitors in their midst.

     It occurred to me that their unfortunate conversation could have pushed us away if we were there looking for a new church home. Worse, what if we were seeking God and their disgruntled opinions had driven us away? 

     Their careless speech was  not just a matter of the words they used or attitudes they displayed, it also demonstrated their lack of concern for the impact those words could have on others.

     A better approach to the use of words is reflected in Proverbs 1&:27, where Solomon said, "He who has knowledge spares his words, and a man of understanding is of a calm spirit." 

     Most often, we would do better not to say all we think or know (or think we know), but instead seek to use words that promote calm and peace. You never know who may be listening." —Bill Crowder

"Lord, I need Your help that I might control

my thoughts and words today. I want to be a

blessing to others, to lift them up that they might

see Your goodness. Amen

Discretion of speech is better than

eloquence with words."
(June 3,2012)

"The words we speak may indicate

A heart that's filled with pride;
But godly self-control displays
The Spirit's work inside. —Sper

It's not the words we know that show wisdom,
but how and when we use them."
(Oct. 20, 2010)

Read James 3:1-12

These are quotes from OUR DAILY BREAD

"Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable in your sight, O LORD, my strength and my redeemer."  (Ps. 19:14)

Today’s 20th truth: If you are “born again”, you are observing and doing the Lord's commandments. (Deu. 28:12)

Tomorrow’s post: CHRISTS' TRAVAIL: Prayer Note # 52