THINK BEFORE WE SPEAK
Proverbs 21:23
Watch your tongue and keep your mouth shut, and you will stay out of trouble.
I’m thinking I should write this on a Post-it notes and strategically place them around the house, such as on the refrigerator, bathroom mirror, or beside my chair. This could potentially alleviate a significant amount of grief and anguish at times. However, I recognize the importance of self-control in addressing this issue. Self-control involves mastering our desires, impulses, and emotions. It’s one of the Fruits of the Spirit, as mentioned in Galatians 5:22-23. Self-control requires restraining our desires, making wise choices, and living with self-restraint and moderation. This power originates from God, but it demands our active effort through self-discipline and spiritual guidance from God.
Proverbs 25-28
A person without self-control is like a city with broken down walls.
Have you ever encountered someone who seems to have nothing better to do than complain? They might be venting about poor customer service, expressing road rage, or simply trying to stir up trouble because they feel like they need to unload their frustrations on someone. A person lacking self-control is wreckless and impulsive and you never know what to expect from their outburst. Usually there is an underlying issue that has brought about this outrage, whether it’s stress, fatigue, substance abuse or maybe even a mental disability. Try to remember not to be quick to judge, as we don’t know what’s going on in their lives.
2 Timothy 1:7
For God has not given us a spirit of fear and timidity, but of power, love and self-discipline.
For some people, their initial reaction to someone like this is to retaliate, but it’s best to avoid adding fuel to the fire and worsening the situation. Others may feel afraid and cower down. However, the more mature person chooses to walk away and disengage. Often, when the person throwing the tantrum realizes they aren’t getting a reaction to their outburst, they will back down. However, there can be instances where this doesn’t happen, and things can escalate to a state of complete chaos. Always remember who has your back, and pray for that person who is having a bad day, as they too need His guidance.
1 Peter 3:8-12
8) Finally all of you should be of one mind. Sympathize with one another. Love each other as brothers and sisters. Be tender hearted, and keep a humble attitude.
9) Don’t repay evil for evil. Don’t retaliate with insults when people insult you. Instead pay them back with a blessing. That is what God has called you to do, and he will grant you his blessings.
10) For scriptures say, “If you want to enjoy life and see many happy days, keep your tongue from speaking evil and your lips from telling lies.
11) Turn away from evil and do good. Search for peace and work to maintain it.
12) The eyes of the Lord watch over those who do right and his ears are open to their prayers. But the Lord turn his face against those who do evil.”
Always remember to think before you speak.
Watch your tongue and keep your mouth shut, and you will stay out of trouble.
I’m thinking I should write this on a Post-it notes and strategically place them around the house, such as on the refrigerator, bathroom mirror, or beside my chair. This could potentially alleviate a significant amount of grief and anguish at times. However, I recognize the importance of self-control in addressing this issue. Self-control involves mastering our desires, impulses, and emotions. It’s one of the Fruits of the Spirit, as mentioned in Galatians 5:22-23. Self-control requires restraining our desires, making wise choices, and living with self-restraint and moderation. This power originates from God, but it demands our active effort through self-discipline and spiritual guidance from God.
Proverbs 25-28
A person without self-control is like a city with broken down walls.
Have you ever encountered someone who seems to have nothing better to do than complain? They might be venting about poor customer service, expressing road rage, or simply trying to stir up trouble because they feel like they need to unload their frustrations on someone. A person lacking self-control is wreckless and impulsive and you never know what to expect from their outburst. Usually there is an underlying issue that has brought about this outrage, whether it’s stress, fatigue, substance abuse or maybe even a mental disability. Try to remember not to be quick to judge, as we don’t know what’s going on in their lives.
2 Timothy 1:7
For God has not given us a spirit of fear and timidity, but of power, love and self-discipline.
For some people, their initial reaction to someone like this is to retaliate, but it’s best to avoid adding fuel to the fire and worsening the situation. Others may feel afraid and cower down. However, the more mature person chooses to walk away and disengage. Often, when the person throwing the tantrum realizes they aren’t getting a reaction to their outburst, they will back down. However, there can be instances where this doesn’t happen, and things can escalate to a state of complete chaos. Always remember who has your back, and pray for that person who is having a bad day, as they too need His guidance.
1 Peter 3:8-12
8) Finally all of you should be of one mind. Sympathize with one another. Love each other as brothers and sisters. Be tender hearted, and keep a humble attitude.
9) Don’t repay evil for evil. Don’t retaliate with insults when people insult you. Instead pay them back with a blessing. That is what God has called you to do, and he will grant you his blessings.
10) For scriptures say, “If you want to enjoy life and see many happy days, keep your tongue from speaking evil and your lips from telling lies.
11) Turn away from evil and do good. Search for peace and work to maintain it.
12) The eyes of the Lord watch over those who do right and his ears are open to their prayers. But the Lord turn his face against those who do evil.”
Always remember to think before you speak.
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