Proverbs 10:19 When words are many, sin is not absent, but he who holds his tongue is wise

Have you ever said something you regretted? Whether you found out later that what you said was hurtful or realized immediately that you had broken the confidence of a friend,

Everyone of us has had that moment when we wish we could take back the thoughtless words we’ve spoken.

But no matter how hard you try you cannot retract what you said. Contrary to the childhood rhyme about sticks and stones, words can and often do hurt others deeply.

The Bible recognizes that words are incredibly powerful. One careless insult can negate a year of kind remarks. The things we say can easily lead us into sin.

However, if you find it difficult to bite your tongue from time to time, be encouraged—In James 3:8 the Bible admits that controlling your mouth is one of the hardest things you will ever learn to do

Even if you find it difficult, it is worthwhile to strive toward the kind of wisdom that knows when to hold its tongue. Make a conscious decision today to think before you speak.

Try to remember this when speaking to others, you may mean to throw a harmless pebble, but by the time it gets to the other person it could be a boulder.

Prayer Suggestion: Lord, help me today to speak words that honor You .