Proverbs 18:21
“Death and life are in the power of the tongue, and those who love it will eat its fruits.”
We’ve all heard the old familiar saying, sticks and stones can break my bones but words can never hurt me. And we all know that isn’t true. Words hurt. And can wound deeper and longer than any physical injury. When used recklessly or maliciously, our words can damage, diminish, and scar others, leaving lasting effects. That’s why we have a great responsibility in choosing our words wisely. If we use our words to spread love, kindness, and positivity, we’ll experience the fruits of those words in our own lives. We’ll have healthy, good relationships, attracting similar positivity and goodwill from others. But if we use our tongue to spread negativity, gossip, or hurtful remarks, we will reap the consequences of those words as well. We may face strained relationships, misunderstandings, and a toxic atmosphere of negativity. So as followers of Jesus, let’s strive to use our words to uplift, encourage, and inspire. Because the power we hold in our tongues can shape the world around us, for good or bad.
