BE CAREFUL WHAT YOU SAY. (Proverbs 10:32). A world war 2 poster reads, careless words cost lives. So when you hear something negative about someone,ask yourself four questions. First,is it true? you shall not bear false witness against your neighbour (Exodus 20:16). Thats one of the Ten commandments,not the Ten suggestions! Until you are certain its true,say nothing. A cursory look at the problems rocking the Edo State House of Assembly,you will discover that there are so many lies on the internet. Bombs are flying here and there because of some angry factions who are upset for what somebody said, we need peace please!. It is rather unfortunate today that even some people who are supposed to be called Clergies/Pastors are even worst than liars in our communities today, and these same people will not allow you know their secrets(it is even worst when its involves Husband & wife-Acts 5). Wait, time always reveals the truth. Second,is it confidential? Did you hear it as a result of someone elses having broken a confidence? If you speak it,will you be contributing to the violation of a confidence? Remember,whoever goes about slandering reveals secrets,but he who is trustworthy in spirit keeps a thing covered (Proverbs 11:13). Your usefulness to God requires that you dont sacrifice your integrity by betraying trust. Third,is it helpful? Will it tear others down or build them up? Will it tear the church?. Satan is devoted to pulling down,discouraging and defeating,dont be his accomplice. The problem in most of our churches today is GOSSIP instead of the GOSPEL. 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 (Eph 4:29). Will it be beneficial and encouraging to those who hear it? Finally,is it necessary? Stop and ask yourself, what do others and the cause of Christ gain by my saying it,or lose by my not saying it? always keep this in mind: youre more likely to regret the things you said than the things you didnt.Does illiteracy has anything to do with how you talk?....... A fool uttereth all his mind: but a wise man keepeth it in till afaterwards (Proverbs 29:11). Be wise, be careful what you say. #FOODforTHOUGHT?.
Posted on: Mon, 20 Oct 2014 07:16:03 +0000
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