Thous who control their tongue will have a long life; opening your mouth can ruin everything.
Last night I was reading in Proverbs and thinking about how certain things we may say can ruin everything. We can build people up and we can tare them down. This past weekend I ran into a situation that reminded me of how this is so true. I can remember being a person before I meet the Lord, that would tear and ruin everything. I guess you can say I was a person that was very outspoken, unwise with my words and didn't much care about other peoples feelings, just cared about my own.
-Proverbs 13:16-
Wise people think before they act; fools don't-and even brag about their foolishness.
Wow, crazy that was once me!! I'v noticed that now that I know the difference between building others up and what it means to tear someone down...I need to choose to always do the right thing. Even though I can say that I have caught myself many times doing the wrong thing...I know that I can learn and grow and come back and be better at not being foolish with my words.
*You have not mastered self-control if you do not control what you say. Words can cut and destroy. James recognized this truth when he stated, "The tongue is a flame of fire. It is a whole world of wickedness' (James 3:6). If you want to be self-controlled, begin with your tongue. Stop and think before you react or speak. If you can control this small but powerful member, you can control the rest of your body.
How true and well put! Such a small but powerful part and member of our body.
-Proverbs 14:3-
A fool's proud talk becomes a rod that beats him, but the words of the wise keep them safe.
How interesting is this, our own proud, foolish talk could return and beat us. How important it is that we are careful what we say and how we say them. It's almost as if the Lord is saying to us not to talk about foolish things because they return to us and beats us down. Better it is to be wise in a situation because it will protect us. Last weekend the Lord was reminding me how to be an example at something I was myself so very week in and grow in each day. Sometimes, I just wish I had the right words, to help others understand me better. I know that everything comes and happened's at its appointed time.
-Proverbs 15:28-
The heart of the godly thinks carefully before speaking; the mouth of the wicked overflows with evil words.
and
-Proverbs 14: 26 & 27-
Those who fear the Lord are secure: he will be a refuge for their children. Fear of the Lord is a life-giving fountain; it offers escape from the snares of death.
I can say I am amazed at the changes that not only I have gone through in my life but also my husbands, I am very proud and thankful and truly believe that the Lord answers prayers. I've always seen a wisdom in my husband but never really saw this in myself. I am happy to know that the Lord has placed this same gift, through many trails, in me as well. I believe by me being an example for those around me will help them in seeing there own reflection and how should they do things differently. I am praying for certain people that are a part of my life, that the Lord may help them see that changing in the way you speak doesn't necessarily mean you let others walk all over you or that you have lost some kind of respect but that your gaining something much more important...wisdom from the Lord. I also believe by having fear of the Lord, it is the alltament respect for him and his greatness. Understanding that he is the Alpha and the Omega, he is ancient and everlasting...by grasping this we will also grasp his wisdom and allowing him to work in our hearts, minds and mouths. I think that by allowing God to work in every aspect in your life, you will gain so much more in return...don't let simple, possible never thought of such as what we say with our mouths stumble us or tear us down from the true goal. Cleaning out the house and making more room for God's presence and understanding of everything!
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