Speech
Jan 14, 2025
As the Proverb says, "The tongue can bring death or life" (Proverbs 18:21). The words we use and when we choose to speak is important. But it is difficult to be objective about whether our speech is edifying or discouraging. That is where our spouse can help. Often we miss how other people perceive what we say. When we attempt to be kind and gentle, we may come across as overly demanding. Often our attempts to clarify an idea are seen as
Sometimes we can come across as overly forceful when we meant to be calm and gentle.
Do your words edify and build each other spiritually and emotionally?
Do you know whether your spouse wants you to get to the bottom line quickly or give more detail? Do you seek to understand what they are saying before you expect them to understand what you are saying?
Do you ask for perspective from your spouse when you need to have a difficult conversation with someone?
Proverbs Related to Speech in the Devotional.
Day 2 - Proverbs 18:21 The tongue can bring death or life; those who love to talk will reap the consequences.
Day 9 - Proverbs 17:27 A truly wise person uses few words; a person with understanding is even tempered.
Day 16 - Proverbs 15:1 A gentle answer deflects anger, but harsh words make tempers flare.
Day 23 - Ecclesiastes 5:3 Too much activity gives you restless dreams; too many words make you a fool.
Day 30 - Proverbs 16:21b Pleasant words are persuasive.
Day 37 - Proverbs 26:4-5 Don’t answer the foolish arguments of fools, or you will become as foolish as they are. Be sure to answer the foolish arguments of fools, or they will become wise in their own estimation.
Day 44 - Ecclesiastes 6:11 The more words you speak, the less they mean. So what good are they?
Day 51 - Proverbs 29:5 To flatter friends is to lay a trap for their feet.
Day 58 - Proverbs 15:23 Everyone enjoys a fitting reply; it is wonderful to say the right thing at the right time!
