FAMILY DEVOTION: Sticks and Stones.... The saying sticks and stones may break my bones, but words may never hurt me just simply is not true. Words can cut deeper than any knife. And the wounds they leave behind may never heal. The world praises people who say cleaver things-even if they embarrass and hurt others. But that is not the kind of person I want you to be. Your words are powerful tools. I want you to use them to build up those around you, not tear them down. I know you get angry and frustrated at times, but dont say the first thing that pops into your mind. Pray first! Before you pick up the phone, pray. Before you answer someone elses angry words, pray. Before you say anything, pray! A simple, spit second prayer-Help me, Jesus-is all it takes to put your words under My control. When you talk, do not say harmful things. But say what people need-words that will help others become stronger. Then what you say will help those who listen to you. -Ephesians 4:29 (ICB) (Proverbs 12:18; James 1:19) Thank you for your words Lord. Pray that I may apply them to my life. Amen!~Clay HUNT HARD! PRAY HARDER!
Posted on: Sun, 03 Aug 2014 09:30:19 +0000
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