The words of the reckless
pierce like swords, but the tongue of the wise brings healing.
—Proverbs 12:18 (NIV)
My child, be careful with
your words. Reckless speech can pierce a heart. Don’t say the first thought
that comes to mind. Consider cautiously whether those words shall injure or
inspire—whether they shall inflame or calm. The tongue has the power of life
and death. Speak life. Always life. Ask for my wisdom. I give it to you without
hesitation. Speak wisely. My wisdom imparted to a hurting soul has the power to
heal a broken heart and the power to heal a broken spirit. My wisdom is pure.
It gives peace. Genuine and sincere, it is willing to yield to others. Full of
loving-kindness, it has no doubts and does not pretend to be something it is
not. Words of wisdom and truth endure forever. Words spoken without truthful
and wise consideration last only for a moment. They have no power to heal or
restore. Never lie to impress. A deceitful tongue speaks death. It crushes the
spirit. But my wisdom, spoken in gentle truth, is a tree of life. It soothes
and heals. It gives purpose and fulfillment to a life that yearns for meaning.
Child, I long to speak through you. Seek my heart and my wisdom. Then choose
your words prayerfully and carefully. I wish to heal a broken heart through
you.
—Form Me, Fire Me, Fill Me
© Lynn Lacher 2017
www.lynnlacher.com
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