𝐒𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐏𝐫𝐚𝐲𝐞𝐫

May 19, 2024

Some people make cutting remarks, but the words of the wise bring healing.

Proverbs 12:18 NLT Bible

Many of us know people who can literally 'squash' someone with their cutting remarks. They think nothing at all of attacking someone's character or hurling mean and sarcastic comments at them. At some point in our lives, we all remember being told that words will never harm us, but sadly enough, they do. Reckless words pierce the heart, crushes the spirit and fills the recipient with pain and hurt. This, in actuality, is bullying, pouncing on someone who is weak and vulnerable, and it displeases God.

As children of God, we must recognize that our words matter. The words of the wise bring healing and only God can fill us with the wisdom to know what we should say in any given situation. When we speak, our words must bring peace, hope, comfort, love, joy, encouragement and healing. People should be edified after listening to us. Our words are a true reflection of what is in our hearts and we must strive to always honour God when we speak.

Thank you, Lord for Your wisdom. Help me to think before I speak. Let my words bring hope and healing and may I never hurt or destroy anyone when I speak. Lord, fill me with love and kindness and may it be reflected in all I say and do. I love you, Jesus. Amen!

Be Blessed!

Lydia