Words!

The tongue although a small part of our body is the most powerful organ. A huge forest fire starts with just a tiny spark. Likewise our tongue is so small yet so significant. We cannot tame our tongue by ourselves. We've got to submit ourselves to God and He will put His words in our mouth so that each word that comes out will glorify Him. 

                            Sometimes, it's better to remain silent than utter a word. Jesus Himself is a great example for us to learn from. There are many instances when He was silent. Silent to false accusations. He spoke few words yet they were so powerful. Sometimes silence is the best. When we are silent to accusations and negative criticism, God Himself will speak up for us. The Holy Spirit will give us the right words to speak at that moment. Until then we need to stay quiet and calm. Even a fool is considered wise when he keeps silent. Let us be conscious of what we speak. Let us have our mind renewed constantly by the word of God.  Let us make a covenant that no unclean word will come out of our mouth. 

                          Always fill yourselves with the word of God. Fill your heart with God's love. Let it be rich, abundant and overflowing so that the words you speak will reflect the love of God. Let your conversations be holy.  Always think before you let out a word. The power of life and death is in your tongue. Speak life. Our words must encourage one another and not crush their spirits. Our words must heal, not hurt. Build, not break. Comfort, not condemn. Pure, not perverse. Mend, not mock. Love, not hate. Let the words of your mouth and the meditation of your heart be pleasing in the sight of God.