Living in the fallout of a pandemic and our ever-changing country, differing opinions about health, political, biblical, and personal issues cause edgy nerves and temper flare-ups and, left unchecked, ignite. We cannot retract regretful words; an unbridled tongue stirs up trouble and uncontrollable fires. “Out of the same mouth proceedeth blessing and cursing. My brethren, these things ought not so to be” (James 3:10). James tells us that inconsistent speech should not be part of believers’ conversations—the same mouth that encourages and comforts should not speak unkind, vindictive words that cause harm. God made us in His likeness; how we must grieve Him when we don’t treat others respectfully.
David asked for protection and
restraint not only over his mouth but also his heart, knowing if he dishonored
his Maker by mistreating others, God would not accept his prayers (Psalm 141:3–4).
Our Father offers us the same protection if we ask Him. Though God is faithful,
we decide whether His protective covering and mouth control stays in place.
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