Proverbs 15:1 (NKJV) A soft answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.
Our words, and the way we use them, can have a huge effect on our lives and the lives of those around us.
Sometimes it’s so easy to speak words that are harsh or hurtful. But kind words will bring forth much more fruit.
As a person who likes everything to be done a certain way, I have to catch myself on many occasions, before I speak, to make sure that what I am about to say is said with the right words and the right tone!
It can be so easy for us to lash out at people when we’re angry, and many times the people we’re angry at might even deserve it. But that doesn’t give us the right to do so.
It’s good for us to learn how to have mercy and compassion toward those around us, and try to administer that mercy and compassion to the very people that anger us. Words spoken in love and kindness can break through into the hearts of people, whereas harsh or angry words will only stir up more animosity.
After all, God shows us mercy and compassion when we’ve done wrong. Why shouldn’t we do the same?
Pastor Curt & Pastor Ellie
Seven Seas Ministries
P.O. Box 272
Bradford, RI 02808
401-315-0902
If you know someone who will enjoy this or be encouraged by it, please feel free to share it with them!
To have the Bible Verse of The Day delivered to your inbox each day, please enter your email address in the box near the upper right corner of this page!