Just don't say it!

"For we all stumble in many ways. If anyone does not stumble in what he says, he is mature, able also to control the whole body."   James 3:3:2. CSB 

What we say and how we say it is an ongoing problem. This is why, teachers keep on preaching about this area and will have to carry on so doing, until we all get it right.

The tongue can be used to speak good things or speak evil. Most of the time, we have little control over what we say and, this is what needs to be changed and, quickly. The words we speak are like dynamite; in one way we can blow people apart, in another, we can win thousands for Jesus. So we need to have control over this dynamite. 

Our greatest enemy is our mouth and what comes out of it. Therefore we have to give our lips to God so that, He will give us life. Time and time again we speak that word too many and 'POW" the wrong kind of dynamite is ignited. To prove it, what about that telephone call you made to the person who upset you today? You were warned not to do it, but you knew best. Or perhaps, you were more subtle and sent the message via email packed full of punch. With both of these examples, dynamite was used to bring mayhem to the recipient. But now, you regret it, don't you?

When you have had these type of conversations with somebody, were you in control of your mouth? Did you stumble in what you said? Because this will determine the way ahead with this person. That little muscle in your mouth - the tongue -  has the power to speak good or evil; it has the ability to bring about devastation, destroying relationships all over the place. So, you must be in control. The outcome will be dynamite destruction or dynamite power. Check out Proverbs 15:2: 'The tongue of the wise makes knowledge attractive, but the mouth of fools blurts out foolishness.' A wise person is one who thinks before he speaks. He doesn't spout off in a frenzy and say words that can never be taken back. On the contrary, the words he speaks are well thought out and full of wisdom. This person knows the errors that can be caused by shooting from the hip. This person is mature and has leadership qualities. The person who blurts out words without thought can expect nothing but contention.

Be honest, which one are you:

(1) The one who shoots from the hip without thinking

(2) The wise person who thinks before they speak

God wants you to be mature in all you do or say so, if you are of the negative side of things, what are you going to do about this before it is too late and the dynamite has blown everything away from you, leaving you on your own?

Lord Jesus, I have sinned and I ask you to forgive me and be my Lord and Saviour. Please come into my heart, fill me with Your Spirit and give me a brand new start today.

In Jesus' Name. Amen

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