The Watered Soul

Finding Refreshment in the Word

Think Before You Speak

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592557_speak_loveWhich of you haven’t wished to recant your words at one time or another? I know I have on many occasions even though I consider myself to be quieter than most. I’m still guilty of using my words as arsenals rather than agents of healing far too many occasions.  While reading a devotional from Bible Gateway the other day, I came across a great acronym to use before speaking ( I know the trick is to actually put into practice).  The next time we get the urge to speak, it would be wise to ask ourselves the following:

                                                  T          Is it true?

                                                  H          Is it helpful?

                                                  I           Is it inspiring?

                                                  N          Is it necessary?

                                                  K          Is it kind?

Read the entire devotional over at Girlfriends in God.

Comments

  1. Tracy says

    OOh, very good. I'm copying that down right now. Great powerful short and sweet word for today, Wanda
    God bless
    Tracy

  2. BLUEBUTTERFLY says

    Wow! If I had a dime for every person I meet who's been harmed by words. Of course, I've also met people who have been greatly blessed by one word from someone who took the time to think before speaking.

    Praying for a guard on my tongue today.

  3. Susie Swanson says

    Wo, I'm guilty, guilty. Really needed this today and I think I'll copy it too.. Blessings, Susie

  5. Denise says

    Hi Wanda,

    Thanks for your heartfelt comment!

    What a wonderful way to remember how a peaceful and loving response is a powerful response! 🙂 Before we speak, act, or respond, we should thoughtfully pray and consider a calm and peaceful way to do so.

    Blessings and hugs!
    Denise

  6. susanwalkergirl says

    Very good…thank you for sharing. Probably most things that come out of my mouth could be nipped in the bud if I would applied THINK! Perhaps that would make more time for words that are edifying, true and build up.

  7. Pamela says

    I love this…what a wonderful youth lesson. Stopping to think would sure keep watch on our tongue.

  10. Karen says

    I need to out this on the bulletin board at school! Thankfully, I work with a teacher who puts this into practice…She is a good influence on me!