1 Peter 3:10 (NKJV) 10 For “He who would love life And see good days, Let him refrain his tongue from evil, And his lips from speaking deceit. Our words hold weight. So, watching what we say can be a full-time job. Taking our time speaking, instead of just blurting things out can sometimes be critical. … Read more
James 3:2 (NKJV) 2 For we all stumble in many things. If anyone does not stumble in word, he is a perfect man, able also to bridle the whole body. Words. Tiny little, intangible things that can wield incredible power. Indeed, they are potent. They have the power to tear down or to build up. … Read more
Job 6:24 (NKJV) 24 “Teach me, and I will hold my tongue; Cause me to understand wherein I have erred. Our words are powerful, whether we say good or bad things. They can bring pain, sorrow and confusion, or they can encourage, enlighten, and lift up. We have to make an honest effort ahead of … Read more
James 1:2 (NKJV) 26 If anyone among you thinks he is religious, and does not bridle his tongue but deceives his own heart, this one’s religion is useless. The word “think” in this verse is very important! We think we are religious, but then we open our mouth every time we feel like it. We have no restraint on our lips, so we … Read more
Philippians 4:8 (NKJV) 8 Finally, brethren, whatever things are true, whatever things are noble, whatever things are just, whatever things are pure, whatever things are lovely, whatever things are of good report, if there is any virtue and if there is anything praiseworthy—meditate on these things. When our attitude has been tainted from things that have … Read more
Proverbs 16:24 (NKJV) 24 Pleasant words are like a honeycomb, Sweetness to the soul and health to the bones. Our mouths speak many, many words on a daily basis. What comes out of them is driven by what’s in our hearts. And what’s in our hearts is based on where we’re at in our walk … Read more
Proverbs 18:21 (NKJV) 21 Death and life are in the power of the tongue, And those who love it will eat its fruit. This is wonderful to know. Time and time again I have to remind myself to have the right attitude. One recent day I was waiting in line to park my car. The … Read more
Matthew 15:10-11 (NKJV) 10 When He had called the multitude to Himself, He said to them, “Hear and understand: 11 Not what goes into the mouth defiles a man; but what comes out of the mouth, this defiles a man.” It’s crucial that we pay attention to the words we speak. We must watch our mouths … Read more
Psalm 34:13 (NKJV) 13 Keep your tongue from evil, And your lips from speaking deceit. Just a little reminder today to watch our words carefully. How our day is going sometimes determines how hard or easy it can be to keep that tongue tamed. Of course, when we feel good and all is going well, it makes … Read more