As the Day Begins “Whoever guards his mouth preserves his life; he who opens wide his lips comes to ruin.” —Proverbs 13:3 Before I check the messages waiting on my phone or begin the conversations this day will bring, I need to consider what my words will carry. Will they offer patience, or pass alongContinue reading “Before the First Word”
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Before the Words Leave Your Mouth
The Bible in a Year “Whoever guards his mouth preserves his life; he who opens wide his lips comes to ruin.” —Proverbs 13:3 Most of us can remember a sentence we wish we had never spoken. Perhaps it came during an argument, when frustration supplied the words before wisdom had time to examine them. PerhapsContinue reading “Before the Words Leave Your Mouth”
Before You Say Another Word
As the Day Begins “Judge not, and you will not be judged; condemn not, and you will not be condemned.” —Luke 6:37 Before the day gets busy, consider how much influence your words will have. A passing comment can help someone feel understood or leave them feeling dismissed. Jesus’ command in Luke 6:37 addresses theContinue reading “Before You Say Another Word”