Watch what you say

117TH ARTICLE IN ALL.

4TH JULY, 2022. 

The mouth is no doubt a very important part of the human body. In it lies a powerful organ of great influence over the whole body- the tongue. The tongue is one small organ that never gets tired till death. It has never been transplanted and there has never been an artificial version of it. It is a tool of both the mind and heart in human communication. The words we speak are vehicles through which we communicate our thoughts and the tongue is the driver that takes us to our destiny.

For out of the abundance of the heart the mouth speaks

The manner in which the tongue is used has serious implications on the physical, psychological and spiritual well-being of every human. What comes out of your mouth from day to day affects your whole life and determined your destiny.

The tongue, though a little member of the body, has the potential to build up or tear apart. You must take note of the following:

• Watch what you say when you do not have full details or perception on a matter - either when making remarks about people and when listening to others' comment about another person.

• Watch that you do not say unkind words that can even make someone think of terminating his or her life .

• Watch that what you say does not create conflict among friends.

• Watch that what you say is not falsehood. Speak the truth always.

• Watch against words of pride, arrogance or vainglory.

Watch against critical, judgmental, hasty and uncomplimentary statements about others.

A wise believer knows what to say and what not to say in any given situation. So rule over your words. Even when you think you have all the facts about the matter on another person, watch what you say. Talkativeness is a canker. Keep your mouth with all diligence and you will keep your life.

Talk less and pray more!

You must also learn to keep away from busybodies and this include anyone who tries to start an unedifying conversation about another person. If for whatever reason you cannot completely avoid the company of such then, study to be quiet and do your own business.

Be watchful also to avoid saying negative things to:

Your children

The things you speak into their lives matter much. So, be mindful to bless them always.

Your husband

You may get too familiar and forget that he is the head over you. Be careful not to incur God's wrath or break your home as a result of what you say to him.

Your wife

She is your own flesh. Ensure that you do not to bring a curse upon your own head by cursing her.

A wholesome tongue is a tree of life.

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