How do you use your words?

How do you use your words?

Proverbs 12:18 The words of the reckless pierce like swords, but the tongue of the wise brings healing.

Have you ever said something and wished you could hit delete right away, or reach out and grab it before it 'leaves a mark'? When we 'speak before we think', we end up having to think of a way to fix the mess we just created. Words have meaning and affect that can change a person. I still remember the words from my past that knocked me down, but like the second part of the verse... I also remember the words that affirmed me, built me up, and encouraged me to move on. Use your words to build up others, don't believe the words that tore you down, and have a blessed day!

#build #words #faith #Jesus

Monika Matthews

Assistant Golf Professional 1st Tee of Greater Austin

2w

Thank you, Matt , great advice & experience you shared 🙏

To view or add a comment, sign in

More articles by Matt Kowalczyk

  • Look for reasons to love instead of hate

    Look for reasons to love instead of hate

    Proverbs 14:21 He who despises his neighbor sins; But he who has mercy on the poor, happy is he. The command from God…

    1 Comment
  • Respond to anger with a level head

    Respond to anger with a level head

    Proverbs 14:16 A wise man fears and departs from evil, But a fool rages and is self-confident. When we keep our cool…

    2 Comments
  • Be a voice of truth this New Year!

    Be a voice of truth this New Year!

    Proverbs 14:15 The simple believes every word, But the prudent considers well his steps. This is so true today.

  • Hang with God's inspiring people

    Hang with God's inspiring people

    Proverbs 13:20 He who walks with wise men will be wise, But the companion of fools will be destroyed. We tend to absorb…

  • Pour into others, not just yourself

    Pour into others, not just yourself

    Proverbs 14:4 Where no oxen are, the trough is clean; But much increase comes by the strength of an ox. Sure, you can…

  • Be a builder for God's kingdom

    Be a builder for God's kingdom

    Proverbs 14:1 The wise woman builds her house, But the foolish pulls it down with her hands. Every action we do leads…

  • Have a blessed and Merry Christmas!

    Have a blessed and Merry Christmas!

    Luke 2:11 For there is born to you this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord. May God bless you…

    2 Comments
  • Celebrate the true reason for the season

    Celebrate the true reason for the season

    1 Chronicles 16:31 Let the heavens rejoice, and let the earth be glad; And let them say among the nations, “The Lord…

  • Be the light the world is longing for

    Be the light the world is longing for

    Proverbs 3:9 The light of the righteous rejoices, But the lamp of the wicked will be put out. It is not hard to be a…

  • Thank God for now and what comes next!

    Thank God for now and what comes next!

    Proverbs 12:28 In the way of righteousness there is life; along that path is immortality. Life is such a blessing! God…

    1 Comment

Insights from the community

Others also viewed

Explore topics