Watch your tongue, what you say and how you say it.

[silentangel]

THE TONGUE IS A LITTLE MEMBER AND BOASTS GREAT THINGS.

CONSIDER WHAT GREAT FOREST IS SET ON FIRE BY A SMALL SPARK

THE TONGUE ALSO IS A FIRE, A WORLD OF EVIL ...

JAMES 3:5-6

IT IS BETTER TO BITE YOUR TONGUE

THAN TO LET IT BITE SOMEONE ELSE.

James says that the tongue is like a raging fire and can do a lot of damage. How many of us have seen that happen in our lives?

The tongue's wickedness can be like the fires that come from hell. Uncontrolled it can do terrible things. The devil uses this untamed tongue to divide people.

Of course what you say is always a factor but, what you don't say can speak a lot about you too.

Some examples of the wicked tongue are: gossiping, putting others down, bragging, manipulating, false teaching, exaggerating, complaining, flattering, and lying.

Before you speak, remember that your words can be like fire that burns into other people around you. Evil words do damage that you can neither control nor reverse. Evil tongues cause hurts that cut deep. Even if you apologize later the scars can remain.

Think before you speak and ask, is what I want to say true? Is it necessary? Is it kind? Am I being a good witness for my Savior who is the example of all things good? A pastor friend of mine in Colorado expressed it in poetry.

Pleasing Him

Practice having a kind word to spare;

For everyone, everywhere.

Add to that kind thoughts and patient prayers,

To lift their spirits from doldrums to heavenly airs.

The one you help may not seem much,

Until the Savior you ask their heart to touch.

Plant the seed of kindness and know,

Our Savior is pleased to make it grow.

Hearts of rigid, or sour attitude,

Have no place in a Christian's attitude.

See the eyes of the Savior in all you come near;

Treat them as He would and make them be dear.

"Remind people...to be ready to do whatever is good, to slander no one, to be peaceable and considerate, and to show true humility toward all men."

__Titus 3:2

 

[rlm-1966]

Thank you for these kind words, I totally agree. In the name of jesus. Amen!!

 

[SinglemomV]

Yes, Oh Lord, I am in total agreement to this prayer, In Jesus Name Amen

 

[Titus]

Lord, we have remembered Your Power the day that our Lord redeemed us from the adversary! Hallelujah!

We have remembered the power of the Lord the day when He redeemed us from the adversary! Hallelujah!

Lord the Almighty, You sent upon our enemies, the adversary, your burning anger, fury, and indignation, and trouble, a deputation of angels against the evil one. Hallelujah!

Our Risen Christ the Messiah, broke every curse off Your people. Our Lord Jesus Christ broke the curse that would destroy our families! Hallelujah!

Lord Jesus Christ broke the curse off our finances, and our futures.

Lord Jesus Christ broke every curse that would keep our loved ones from serving the Almighty God! Hallelujah!

Lord Jesus Christ broke every curse of sickness and disaster! Hallelujah!

Righteous Father in heaven released every blessing that's been held back, and our blessed Redeemer has paid already in full by His Blood. Hallelujah!

Released! Every blessing that's been interrupted or caused to stall -now flowing freely from our Righteous Father's right hand - now! In Yahshua ha-Moshiach -Jesus the Christ, the Mighty, Victorious Name! So be it!!! Hallelujah!

We rejoice with all the saints in heaven and in earth, Glory to the Lord Most High! Hallelujah! Shout praises to the Lamb of God, shout praises to the Lion of Judah - Hallelujah! Amen and Amen

 

[Titus]

Ascribe unto the Lord, O ye kindreds of the people : ascribe unto the Lord worship and power.

Ascribe unto the Lord the honour due unto his Name.

Let the whole earth stand in awe of him.

Tell it out among the heathen that the Lord is King : and that he shall judge the people righteously.

Let the whole earth stand in awe of him.

O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness.

Sing to the Lord, and praise his Name : be telling of his salvation from day to day, and his wonders unto all people.

As for the gods of the heathen, they are but idols.

Their idols are silver and gold : even the work of men's hands.

They have mouths, and speak not : eyes have they, and see not.

They have ears, and hear not : noses have they, and smell not.

They have hands, and handle not; feet have they, and walk not : neither speak they through their throat.

They that make them are like unto them : and so are all such as put their trust in them.

As for our God, he is in heaven : he hath done whatsoever pleased him.

The Lord hath been mindful of us, and he shall bless us : he shall bless the house of Israel, he shall bless the house of Aaron.

He shall bless them that fear the Lord : both small and great.

Ye are the blessed of the Lord : you and your children.

Ye are the blessed of the Lord : who made heaven and earth.

 

[Titus]

Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.

Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things. Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, or seen in me—put it into practice. And the God of peace will be with you.

Therefore, my brothers, you whom I love and long for, my joy and crown, that is how you should stand firm in the Lord, dear friends!

The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit. Amen. Philippians 1:9-11