God’s word tells us that words are very powerful. Denise reminded us of what Solomon said in Proverbs 18:21 “Death and life are in the power of the tongue.” Words can tear down, weigh us down and stir up anger. But a gentle word can turn away wrath, and cheer us up. We are told to encourage one another and build each other up, 1 Thessalonians 5:11.
This lesson reminded me that I need to watch my words because even a small comment made in haste can bring discouragement or anger. I need to be slow to speak, James 1:19. Maybe take a step back and ask myself are my words beneficial? Do my words encourage, build up, make someone cheerful or am I tearing down?
Jesus spoke to everyone with love, encouragement, forgiveness. I think of the women at the well, Zacchaeus, and Nicodemus. Two were not well accepted by society and yet Jesus sought them out. Nicodemus though accepted was part of a group that wanted to kill Him. Yet Jesus talked to them with kindness, encouragement and forgiveness, how could I do any less.
Ruby Cripe
This lesson reminded me that I need to watch my words because even a small comment made in haste can bring discouragement or anger. I need to be slow to speak, James 1:19. Maybe take a step back and ask myself are my words beneficial? Do my words encourage, build up, make someone cheerful or am I tearing down?
Jesus spoke to everyone with love, encouragement, forgiveness. I think of the women at the well, Zacchaeus, and Nicodemus. Two were not well accepted by society and yet Jesus sought them out. Nicodemus though accepted was part of a group that wanted to kill Him. Yet Jesus talked to them with kindness, encouragement and forgiveness, how could I do any less.
Ruby Cripe
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