Thursday, June 2, 2022

Thursday, June 2, 2022
Ephesians 4:29
“Let no corrupting talk come out of your mouths, but only such as is good for building up, as fits the occasion, that it may give grace to those who hear.”

Hopefully more than one person in your life has encouraged you and said something that built you up. Sadly, on the contrary, you’ve probably been discouraged once or twice as well. If this is true, then you know the influence that the words of others can have on your confidence and character. God tells us in His word to let nothing corrupting come from our mouths, but instead to be an encouragement to the people around us. Discouragement erodes relationships and brings others down, but by building others up, you give grace to those who hear you.

Wednesday, June 1, 2022

Wednesday, June 1, 2022
1 Peter 3:10
“Whoever desires to love life and see good days, let him keep his tongue from evil and his lips from speaking deceit.”

When we lie, we do so because we believe that telling the truth would create a difficult scenario for us. But we are assured in the Word that if you want to avoid trouble and see good days, it’s important that you remain honest. People interpret much about you and your character through what you say. When you create a web of lies, you’re creating a false identity as well. How can you expect to be trusted if your words can’t be trusted? When you speak, speak truthfully, and enjoy the blessings of a life lived honestly.

Tuesday, May 31, 2022

Tuesday, May 31, 2022
Proverbs 25:15
“With patience a ruler may be persuaded, and a soft tongue will break a bone.”

Careless words are often destructive to both hearer and speaker, but words that are carefully chosen can hold incredible weight. In the Bible and throughout history, wise words have persuaded kings, deescalated conflicts, and transformed the hearts of people. The crafty tongue of a serpent is what led to God’s perfect creation being corrupted, but because of Jesus, your words can save souls for Christ. Pray that the Holy Spirit would guide your speech, and be ready to share the message of hope at every opportunity. Through your words God can plant a seed in someone’s heart, and by His power they can be saved for eternity.

Monday, May 30, 2022

Monday, May 30, 2022
Proverbs 18:21
“Death and life are in the power of the tongue, and those who love it will eat its fruits.”

The words you speak have incredible power. For a moment, think of all the things people have said that impacted you in some way. Our perspectives, beliefs, and even our life choices can be changed or altered by the words of others, often without them realizing. The Bible makes it clear that you should put great care in the things you say, weighing your words carefully. They have great potential for both good and bad, and both you and the people you speak to will feel their impact.

Friday, May 27, 2022

Friday, May 27, 2022
Ephesians 2:8
“For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God.”

It’s sad to know that so many people believe that because they are “a good person,” they will enter into heaven. The truth is that nobody is justified by their deeds because everyone has done wrong. Thankfully, it isn’t your own doing that grants us salvation, but the grace of God. During your time on earth, it’s your mission to live a life that is honorable before the Lord, and to help bring as many people as possible to Christ. But never forget that no matter how clean or how tarnished your life has been, your salvation isn’t a wage, but a gift from God.

Thursday, May 26, 2022

Thursday, May 26, 2022
James 4:17
“So whoever knows the right thing to do and fails to do it, for him it is sin.”

Doing the wrong thing isn’t always obvious, but it’s a choice every time. Sin isn’t always found in what you do, but sometimes what you don’t do as well. If in your heart you know what the right thing to do is, it’s your responsibility to carry it out. We’re told in the Word to take every opportunity to help those in need, and to put our best efforts toward making peace and spreading the gospel. In this corrupt world, there’s no shortage of chances to do just that.