Those who consider themselves religious and yet do not keep a tight rein on their tongues deceive themselves, and their religion is worthless. James 1:26
Your mouth is a powerful weapon, you have the ability to bless our curse somebody’s future with it. Ever wonder why when somebody says profanities they call it “cursing”? That’s exactly what they’re doing. We must take control and responsibility of our words, if you don’t your religion is worthless.
The Jewish people have a custom Shabbat where every Friday evening they place there hand on there children’s head and bless them. These are customs that haven been practiced all the way back to the book of Genesis, did you ever wonder why Jesus sits at the right hand of God?
(Proverbs 15:1) “A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.”
The way we respond and answer people also will determine the outcome of a situation. We all know there are people who love to “stir the pot”. But what is there intention? Is there any good to come out of there instigation?
When somebody is upset, a kind word can make all the difference. If we are to truly be Christians we should be seeking peace and not hatred. Sometimes its best not to say anything at all.
(Proverbs 26:20)” Without wood a fire goes out; without a gossip a quarrel dies down.”
Gossip has become a hobby for some people, and they mostly think its harmful fun. But what gossip does is create division among spouses, families, and churches. Somebody hears a rumor and spreads it like fire.
Before you gossip, ask yourself what good will come of this? Do I want people to gossip about me? Most Gossip ends up being fabricated lies that damages relationships and lives.
(Matthew 15:11) “What goes into someone’s mouth does not defile them, but what comes out of their mouth, that is what defiles them.”
The high priests were falsely accusing Jesus of breaking Gods laws, Jesus told them by making false accusations and spreading lies, this is what makes us unholy and is truly breaking Gods laws.
Remember you are what you speak, be careful of your words, when you curse someone you are literally cursing them and yourself. Use your words to inspire, encourage, and most importantly speak truth which is thru our Lord Jesus Christ Amen
Unashamed of Jesus 
A particularly relevant subject when it is so easy to share a negative opinion or spread a harmful rumour these days even across international borders, without having to think of the consequences.
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Amen we must be responsible for our words Have a blessed day
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“Ever wonder why when somebody says profanities they call it “cursing”?” – good point. Also, in India, the word shabbat is used in the sense of oath taking, like in the court they make the witnesses place their hands on Gita and make them take an oath of only speaking the truth. I guess there might be some etymological similarities between the words. Anyways, as usual – a very good post.
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Thanks for the great feedback I didn’t know that about India I love learning these things Have a blessed day
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“…consider what a large forest is set on fire by such a small spark…” (Jas. 3:5). Our words can do such good when used in a Godly manner. But if we are not careful to watch, the tongue can lead to some awful things…
Good post!
~Steve
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Amen Well Said Have a Blessed Day
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As said, sometimes it’s better to say nothing at all. I believe some people don’t realise they are being used by the enemy to attack Christian’s, they may think they’re funny (who knows)? Be revengeful about comments made about same-sex marriage? (Who knows).
Stay strong in Christ.
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Amen we must be careful with our words..Have a blessed day
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Reblogged this on Jesus first loved us.
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Thanks for the Reblog God bless
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