A message shared by Pastor Simone Womersley at Empower Christian Church, Sunday 21 March, 2010:It's amazing how a ship can be sent a different direction by such a relatively small rudder. So incredible, too, how small sparks can end in a fire storm. Or think of what a 'bit' in a horse's mouth can do to such a large animal.
The Bible also speaks of small, powerful objects.
James 3:1-6 talks about the tongue. It is so small but so influential. It is strong, extremely flexible (can change shape), and can enable us to taste.
Untamed tongues manipulate, complain, lie, and can flatter (see Proverbs 28:23).
Before speaking, ask yourself: Is it true, kind and necessary? And be aware how the Devil wants to see your tongue break trust.
Can we control the tongue?
In verse 8 of James 3, we see how it cannot be contained simply. It is impossible with man but all things are possible with God. Peter is a good example of how God provided the power to tame and control his tongue. So too did Moses gain such control from God.
When Jesus spoke, the world was created, people were inspired and released.
Great wisdom on words, and how we use them, is contained in scriptures such as Proverbs 13:3, 15:4, 15:28, and Matthew 12:34.
Employed, well!
We are all born with untamed tongues. Our choice is to allow God to contain it. He shows people how to make our words count. God will make sure we have the choice to use and employ the right words.
We can show we care by our words. We, too, can save others from harm by a well-placed warning.
What we have with our tongue is a gift. If we misuse our tongue, however, deal with it straightaway and seek forgiveness.
Our responsibility, as Christians, is to share the Gospel. Breathing life into others is so important. So too is speaking life in our homes. It's not right, for example, to allow harmful words to be spoken in a household.
What words of life will you use today?
What happens when you speak about God's blessings and provision? What is the effect of declaring a testimony?
The effect is life and inspiration, wholeness and health. Most of all, make YOUR words count. There are words God wants you to speak and declare. They will change the atmosphere and life of others.
Words need to be said. So what will you say that brings life today? What will you say that brings God into someone's world right now?
He has something to say, through YOU.
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