Ok so I know it's Thursday and I was supposed to post yesterday, but Wednesday was really busy for me. Hope you can forgive me for being late. >:I
So this week I've been learning about watching what you say. Sometimes what seems like a joke can turn out to be a really rude and cutting comment. It's ironic because I started to read one Psalm and one Proverb each day, and Proverbs always has something about watching your mouth.
And now that I think about it, so does the Psalms!
Psalms 15:3
...and has no slander on his tongue, who does his neighbor no wrong and casts no slur on his fellowman,
Psalms 34: 13
keep your tongue from evil and your lips from speaking lies.
Psalms 37:30
The mouth of the righteous man utters wisdom, and his tongue speaks what is just.
Wow these are all Psalms >_<. Let me put in a few Proverbs.
Proverbs 10:19
When words are many, sin is not absent, but he who holds his tongue is wise.
Proverbs 10:31
The mouth of the righteous brings forth wisdom, but a perverse tongue will be cut out.
Proverbs 11:12
A man who lacks judgment derides his neighbor, but a man of understanding holds his tongue.
I've also been learning about humility; aka, when you say something hurtful or rude, you have to be willing to say your sorry (no matter how embarrassed or self-concious you feel!)
Proverbs 11:2
When pride comes, then comes disgrace, but with humility comes wisdom.
Proverbs 15:33
The fear of the Lord teaches a man wisdom, and humility comes before honor.
Proverbs 22:4
Humility and the fear of the Lord bring wealth and honor and life.
Philippians 2:3
Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit, but in humility consider others better than yourselves.
Titus 3:2
to slander no one, to be peaceable and considerate, and to show true humility toward all men.
Wow these verses are really great!! I hadn't heard of alot of them!! Ok, so the next time you find that you've said something you shouldn't have, repent, ask God to forgive you, and ask that person to forgive you!! What I always try to remember is, everyone goes through the challenge of control their tongue; and God will help you along the way!!
Have a great day!! Sorry for the late post!
Abby ^_^
2 comments:
Hi, Abby~
Another really nice posting. I love all the Psalms & Proverbs you quoted. Controlling the tongue is one of the toughest jobs, and all throughout life, you find that you're never quite finished with the task! Don't lose heart though; the Holy Spirit walks with us and helps us to do and say the right things. Just obey His leading! ^-^
Really good girly! I didn't even realize you didn't post.... >_<
Next time I'll be sure to bug you if you miss!
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