(Eph 4:29 NIV) Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but
only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that
it may benefit those who listen.
Unwholesome talk… What is that anyway?
Are the words we speak edifying? Do they lift up or do they tear down? Do
they bring light or do they bring darkness?
Have you ever been around someone who seems to speak only negative things?
It seems like no matter what subject is brought up, some people can only say
bad things… never anything good.
This is a form of unwholesome talk. It may not be obscene or vulgar, but it
doesn’t do anyone any good or help anyone.
Our words should be encouraging. They should lift people up and bring light,
not darkness. There are obviously going to be times when we need to address
things or correct people, but even that can be done in a way that isn’t
condescending or terribly negative.
We just need to let God have control of our mouths and our thoughts. If we
do this, the rest will come more easily.
Pastor Curt & Pastor Ellie
Seven Seas Ministries
401-377-5400
http://www.MyBibleVerseOfTheDay.com
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