Remember yesterday when I said we should read our Bibles until we read something that will stay with us the entire day?
Well, I have three short verses to share this morning. These verses are filled with a life time of common sense.
“I tell you that everyone will have to answer for all the careless things they have said. This will happen on the day of judgment. 37 Your words will be used to judge you. What you have said will show whether you are right or whether you are guilty.” Matthew 12:26-27 ERV
Jesus said those words above.
He knew the power and importance of words. After all, the world and all that is in it was created when God spoke. When Jesus spoke blind eyes opened, the lame began to walk and sinners were forgiven.
Jesus wants us to be aware of our words and to use them carefully. That’s just good common sense.
Now we have all spoken things we wished we hadn’t and most of us have probably talked just to hear our own voice. If we take time to confess those idle and careless words they will be forgiven and we won’t be judged for them.
“Wise people always think before they speak, so what they say is worth listening to. 24 Kind words are like honey; they are easy to accept and good for your health.” Proverbs 16:23-24 ERV
We need to stop and think before we speak. If we do, we won’t be saying something unkind, rude, or embarrassing. Our words will be sweet as honey.
“My children, if you show good sense, I will be happy, 16 and if you are truthful, I will really be glad. 17 Don’t be jealous of sinners, but always honor the Lord.” Proverbs 23:15-17 CEV
I can hear the Lord’s instruction in this. Use good sense, be truthful and don’t envy those who do evil. ALWAYS honor the Lord!
Good advice – ’nuff said.