Devotion 2/21, The Word of God
Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that it may benefit those who listen.
Ephesians 4:29
We can use our words to be cute. We can use our words to appear impressive. We can use our words to win arguments. We can use our words to defend ourselves. We can use our words to lie and distort. We can use our words to do many things, but God wants us to use our words to bless. So when we speak, if our words do not bless and benefit those to whom we direct them, then we are to simply not say anything. Mom was right. “If you can’t say something nice, then don’t say anything at all.”
As God’s children we are called to a higher standard of living. We are to be set apart from this world’s ways. Our actions, attitudes, and speech are a direct reflection of Christ to all we meet. Paul is reminding us to present Christ in a worthy manner, not a poor one!
Give me wisdom today, dear God, to speak words that bless my family, my friends, and those I meet. I want to be truthful, loving, kind, and merciful when I open my mouth and speak. May the words of my mouth be used in your service and to your glory today, dear LORD. In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen.
Thank You Jesus for shedding Your blood for the forgiveness of my sins, help me to be an accurate example of Your love, grace, and kindness to those in my world each and every day by using my words for Your glory. I love You my Savior, the Author and Finisher of my faith, Amen!
I’m sorry that I’m using this song again but for today’s devotion it just kept going over and over in my head. The Word of God!
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