How often do we really stop and think about the words we are saying?

I know it is a habit I need to do more… And not just the words, but the tone. You might recall that my Lent experience this year was to give up grumbling and complaining. However, I realized quick, fast and in a hurry that it was going to take more than 40ish days to kick that habit.

So I continue to press forward in watching my words. And today’s video blog is all about encouraging others and truly speaking life. Take a look.

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So… what are your thoughts? How do you feel when someone speaks life to you? How often do you do that to others? I would love to hear from you… speak up and join the conversation by leaving a comment.

Friends, our words have SUCH power. The Bible addresses this in several different places and context. And apparently this is still something I need to work on because Great Grandma Thrasher’s day-by-day calendar that sits on the kitchen window ledge said this today: “Be careful how you handle your words, for they have more power than an atom bomb.”

(OK, Jesus. You have my attention.)

Take this challenge to intentionally speak life to those around you. Because when we speak life, we gain life.

And there is nothing greater to gain than life in Christ.

Speaking Life from Him,

“The words of the reckless pierce like swords, but the tongue of the wise brings healing.” ~Proverbs 12:18

PS: Click here to listen to the legit TobyMac version of “Speak Life.” It is much, much better than my rendition, I promise.

Linking up today with Jen at Soli Deo Gloria Sisterhood, Hazel via  Tell Me a Story and Jennifer Dukes Lee over at #TellHisStory. Be sure to join our #EverydayJesus link-up  community right here at 7 Days Time every Thursday!