Proverbs 10:19 19 When words are many, transgression is not lacking, but whoever restrains his lips is prudent.
Proverbs 17:27-28 27 Whoever restrains his words has knowledge, and he who has a cool spirit is a man of understanding.28 Even a fool who keeps silent is considered wise; when he closes his lips, he is deemed intelligent.
Proverbs 21:23 23 Whoever keeps his mouth and his tongue keeps himself out of trouble.
SOAP – Proverbs 10:19
Self-control and wisdom can be demonstrated by limiting our words. It is not just what we say or how we say it that has importance, but also what we do not say. God teaches us that controlled speech can enhance a person’s reputation. We learn here that even a fool benefits from self-control and restraint of her speech.
In what situation or with whom is the Holy Spirit urging you to limit your words? There is great wisdom in limiting our words and allowing our Spirit-led actions and behavior speak for us.
Father God, I thank You for the gift of keen discernment. Lord, take control of my mouth. Help me to control my tongue. Give me wisdom and Your discernment to know when to speak and when not to speak. Help me to keep my words few so that Your works through me, and not my words, may be glorified. In Jesus’ name. Amen.
God began to show me that I need to always ask my self the question when talking. Am I taking R because I am offended or is it to lift someone else up and be a encourager.
I am working hard on asking myself the same question. I find myself saying things that don’t help me or the person I am talking to. I need to think more before I speak.