Wednesday; May 20
When we open our mouths, what comes out? Interestingly, we often blame our mouths (or tongues) for what we say, but the truth of the matter is that what come out of our faces comes directly from our hearts – or more specifically, our minds. While it is often obvious the spirit that produces our words, it is interesting that there are times when there are inconsistencies in what we say. We may be nice to one person and, a short time later, we are nasty to someone else. One minute we publicly praying, then the next we are lambasting our neighbor. When this happens, it is tempting to blame it on being human, but the truth is that type of dichotomy creates a spiritual dilemma. Years ago a New Testament writer warned, “But no one can tame the tongue; it is a restless evil and full of deadly poison. With it we bless our Lord and Father, and with it we curse men, who have been made in the likeness of God; from the same mouth come both blessing and cursing. My brethren, these things ought not to be this way. Does a fountain send out from the same opening both fresh and bitter water? Can a fig tree, my brethren, produce olives, or a vine produce figs? Nor can salt water produce fresh.” (James 3:8-12). To be consistent (and to demonstrate Christianity), we must choose the right words – those that bless God and uplift His creation.
When we speak, it is easy to say we are godly. Let’s make sure we match our words with our worship.
Think About It!