Speaking life...or death...

"For whatever is in your heart determines what you say. A good person produces good things from the treasury of a good heart, and an evil person produces evil things from the treasury of an evil heart." Matthew 12:34-35

According to scripture, what occupies our minds and hearts will eventually come out through spoken words. Just like we are able to speak life over situations, we can also speak death over situation. Words are powerful! We should choose words that will propel us to where we want to go in life- that begins with guarding our heart against negativity (Proverbs 4:23)

"For as he thinks in his heart, so is he" Proverbs 23:7

(Original Post: September 30)

Wait, Jesus Cares About Social Media?!

"I tell you, on the day of judgement people will give account for every careless word they speak, for by your words you will be justified, and by your words you will be condemned." Matthew 12:36

It was on my heart to share the power of words. We must give an account for every word spoken aloud, through text, tweet, and even Instagram posts. Yikes! Thank God for grace :)

Instead of using our words to complain, gossip, or cause destruction, here are some positive alternatives:

• Prayer
• Sharing the gospel
• Encouraging others

How will you use your words?

"Don't use bad language. Say only what is good and helpful to those you are talking to, and what will give them blessing" Ephesians 4:29

"If you don't have anything nice to say..." - Someone's Grandmother, once :)

(Original Post: September 23, 2013)