December 3, 2024 – Choosing Our Words Carefully

Choosing Our Words Carefully
December 3, 2024

DAILY PROVERB:

Proverbs 29:19-21
 A servant will not be corrected by words: for though he understand he will not answer. Seest thou a man that is hasty in his words? there is more hope of a fool than of him. He that delicately bringeth up his servant from a child shall have him become his son at the length.

OUTLOOK ON THE IN BOOK:

    “Seest thou a man that is hasty in his words? there is more hope of a fool than of him.” Today, this same warning is conveyed through phrases such as “Watch out for a Fast-Talking Salesperson” or “Beware of Mr. Smooth Talker.” These warnings may give us the impression that the problem lies in what is being said. However, the real issue is not in the speech itself but in the character of the speaker. Pride and arrogance often accompany such individuals, as they have a fondness for themselves and believe they are right even when proven wrong.

    This is part of our society’s challenge today. We desire everyone to have a strong sense of self-esteem. Please do not misunderstand; we should acknowledge that God created us and loves us for who He made us to be. However, He also repeatedly cautions us against thinking too highly of ourselves.

    So why do our Smooth Fast Talkers encounter such difficulties? It’s because they are more focused on telling you what they think rather than taking the time to consider what God thinks. Jesus warned the disciples in Matthew 10:19 not to worry about what they would say because it would be provided to them. Similarly, in Matthew 13:11, they were informed that the Holy Spirit would guide their speech.

    When asked about your opinion on a world crisis, you often have a quick response. However, if questioned about what God’s Word says on the same matter, you must pause and contemplate. The Holy Spirit then brings verses to mind, and you begin to think as God thinks. Often, the two opinions diverge. So, which opinion do you believe is more accurate: yours alone or yours combined with the counsel of God’s Word?

THE WORD WALKING IN ME:

    Isaiah 31:2 states that God never retracts His Words. Psalms 12:6 tells us that His Words are as pure as the purest silver. God’s Words are always correct when applied in the context they are given. If you want to speak safely, consider what God says and use His words.

How often do you use God’s Word as you speak?

IF YOU ARE JOURNALING:

Ask yourself, what are MY THOUGHTS concerning this Passage, and todays Devotion?

Do I find within this reading a CHALLENGE for my life?

What are one or two things I WILL DO today or this week to accept that CHALLENGE?

  

GOD TALKING TO ME: December 3, 2024

THROUGH THE BIBLE WITH A DAILY PROVERBS
  2 Corinthians 1 – 2 Corinthians 7
  Proverbs 29:19 – 21

THROUGH THE BIBLE OLD & NEW TESTAMENT DAILY
  Daniel 7-8
  1 John 3