"Death and Life are in the POWER of the Tongue: and they that love it shall eat the fruit thereof!"
(Proverbs 18:21)
Do you know what's a bother to no end? The fact that, as women today, too many of us are being noted as bossy, controlling and mouthy. I know firsthand it does not apply to all of us, even if it appears that several members of the female persuasion are too outspoken for their own good.
Telling themselves the old cliche, "this is the way I am, I have always been this way, and I don't plan on ever changing, for anyone," may appear empowering, but can also become detrimental to someone who is not sure who they are, or where their life is destined to go. In other words, the words we speak, negative or doubtful statements, do not heal, or be good for encouragement.
Being a young child during the 1960s, we were always taught that whatever we speak out of our mouths, will determine who, what, or how we become, as adults.
Remember when your parents told you things that were expressly for the cultivating of parental training, such as, "Don't play with matches, or you might start a fire," "cover your mouth when you yawn or sneeze," or "look both ways before crossing the street?" Well, there was also a familiar phrase that all people from previous generations would use - "WATCH YOUR MOUTH!"
My father was a very organized, disciplined individual, who would verbalize things that would permeate throughout every place he engraced. One motto he stood behind was, "always look a person in the eyes when you talk to them, and not hold your head down, in order to gain respect." Another was, "the dictionary is full of words, so you don't have to use slang or profanity to get a point across!" Dad believed that the way we spoke, utilizing positivity, would cause anyone, whether on the street corner, in a store, or even in the oval office, providing a sense of respect or honor to our personal make-up.
Throughout my life, I have come in contact with some who perceive themselves to posses towers of pride, yet hatefully arrogant in nature. Hearing what they say at times, feelings are hurt by their words, even forcing into a state of depression, as a result of "their honesty." Why is it so important for us to be a beacon of self-conceit, not considering what or how we make insinuations to someone less fortunate, who may be experiencing a moment of distress? What about when a person loses someone dear to their heart, who may have given up on life, only to be told afterward that they should just quickly "get over it, and move on," by some sort of pious individual, who could care less how anyone else may be feeling.
God's intention for us is to be careful how we project what we release from our lips, no matter what the issue. What about being mindful of how something sounds before reciting and projecting it outwardly? James 1:19-22 tells us:
Think before you speak! Open your ears, and hear objectively, without judgement. It never hurts to be nice, while paying attention, considering the moods of others. Carry the spirit of discernment, and a sensitive heart, which is imperative, when it comes to traits we have been called by God to display. Stop being so mean, and haughty! Empathize, and be fruitful in friendliness, with cheerful impressions!
Be that virtuous woman, developing the beautiful seeds God planted in us, not to include the constant exhibiting of snobbish superiority, aggressively undermining a person's aspirations, just so you can feel you've arrived. Always shower all people with the Love, Understanding, and Sincerity! God is watching!
Telling themselves the old cliche, "this is the way I am, I have always been this way, and I don't plan on ever changing, for anyone," may appear empowering, but can also become detrimental to someone who is not sure who they are, or where their life is destined to go. In other words, the words we speak, negative or doubtful statements, do not heal, or be good for encouragement.
Being a young child during the 1960s, we were always taught that whatever we speak out of our mouths, will determine who, what, or how we become, as adults.
Remember when your parents told you things that were expressly for the cultivating of parental training, such as, "Don't play with matches, or you might start a fire," "cover your mouth when you yawn or sneeze," or "look both ways before crossing the street?" Well, there was also a familiar phrase that all people from previous generations would use - "WATCH YOUR MOUTH!"
My father was a very organized, disciplined individual, who would verbalize things that would permeate throughout every place he engraced. One motto he stood behind was, "always look a person in the eyes when you talk to them, and not hold your head down, in order to gain respect." Another was, "the dictionary is full of words, so you don't have to use slang or profanity to get a point across!" Dad believed that the way we spoke, utilizing positivity, would cause anyone, whether on the street corner, in a store, or even in the oval office, providing a sense of respect or honor to our personal make-up.
"A fool's mouth is his destruction, and his lips are the snare of his soul!"
Proverbs 18:7
Proverbs 18:7
Throughout my life, I have come in contact with some who perceive themselves to posses towers of pride, yet hatefully arrogant in nature. Hearing what they say at times, feelings are hurt by their words, even forcing into a state of depression, as a result of "their honesty." Why is it so important for us to be a beacon of self-conceit, not considering what or how we make insinuations to someone less fortunate, who may be experiencing a moment of distress? What about when a person loses someone dear to their heart, who may have given up on life, only to be told afterward that they should just quickly "get over it, and move on," by some sort of pious individual, who could care less how anyone else may be feeling.
God's intention for us is to be careful how we project what we release from our lips, no matter what the issue. What about being mindful of how something sounds before reciting and projecting it outwardly? James 1:19-22 tells us:
"My dear brothers, take note of this: Everyone should be QUICK to LISTEN, SLOW to SPEAK and SLOW to BECOME ANGRY, for man's anger does not bring about the righteous life that God desires! Therefore, get rid of all moral filth, and the evil that is so prevalent, and humbly accept the Word planted IN YOU, which can save you! Do not merely listen to the word, and so deceive yourselves. DO WHAT IT SAYS!"
Think before you speak! Open your ears, and hear objectively, without judgement. It never hurts to be nice, while paying attention, considering the moods of others. Carry the spirit of discernment, and a sensitive heart, which is imperative, when it comes to traits we have been called by God to display. Stop being so mean, and haughty! Empathize, and be fruitful in friendliness, with cheerful impressions!
Be that virtuous woman, developing the beautiful seeds God planted in us, not to include the constant exhibiting of snobbish superiority, aggressively undermining a person's aspirations, just so you can feel you've arrived. Always shower all people with the Love, Understanding, and Sincerity! God is watching!
All of us aren't mean. It just seems more interesting men like being yelled at or spoken to as if they don't have a clue about life. I don't get it. But I appreciate your words of wisdom, and I want to be God's instrument.
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