How many of us have looked back on a conversation and wished we would have just remained silent. We can all relate, right? And what about that seven-letter word that always gets each one of us: B-U-T-T-O-N-S. You know what I mean. Those little triggers in each of us that people know how to press to make the horrid, little troll come out.
The result of those pushed buttons is not always loving or becoming. But here we sit in the final weeks of our Bible study and we have to face the struggle to use words that heal instead of hurt, build instead of break, and motivate instead of mortify.
Let's be intentional this week and really take the challenge to tame our tongues. Share with us how you have chosen to use loving words to build up instead of tear apart a relationship at home, work, school or church.
There is a time for everything and a season for every activity under heaven...a time to be silent and a time to speak...Ecc 3:1, 7 b
ReplyDeleteIn difficult situation, knowing the time to speak (or not) is especially challenging when my ego says "I'm right." Fortunately, God promises a Holy Spirit who will guide my thoughts and help control my tongue - if I am willing to ask for this help.
Yes, Kaye, I agree. And why do we always feel like we have to have an answer? Sometimes it is better if we just remain silent...or give a soft answer to turn away wrath. (I don't always do this, though I would like to!) Yes, thank you for the Holy Spirit, our Helper.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Alice & Kaye, for your transparency. May God's Spirit continue to guide us and anoint our words to others. Michelle G.
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