Before You Speak

“The heart of the wise teaches his mouth, And adds learning to his lips” (Proverbs 16:23 NKJV). Are you good at choosing your words wisely? Or, are you, like me, on the other end of the spectrum? When people hear your words, are they usually encouraged and built up by what you’ve said? Or, do you tend to tear people down with what comes from your mouth? I’m sure you don’t plan for your words to be received that way (I hope not!), but looking back, does it happen often? Today, will you promise to think about your words carefully? Will you be honest and wise as you speak? Will you try to build people up instead of wearing them down?

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