Words that convey love…

The book of Proverbs is overflowing with excellent advice for our daily lives, whether it be about our relationships, lifestyles, or the choices we make…

Proverbs 15 shares great secrets with us about how to resolve the circumstances of anger we all encounter at some point every week. It says, “A soft answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs upanger.” (see Proverbs 15:1)

With God’s help, you can respond to hurtful words with soft, gentle answers. Rather than letting anger get the upper hand, go to the Lord again and ask Him for strength and the words to say.

Another key is found in James 1:19-20, which says, “So then, my beloved brethren, let every man beswift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath; for the wrath of man does not produce the righteousness of God.”

In taking these words to heart, not only will you grow in self-control and the management of your emotions (rather than letting them control you), but you will also be brought into a place of peace in your relationship with the person involved. Yes, God can use you to bring peace into situations where anger would have taken over!

Today and in the days to come, I challenge you…be slow to speak, and when you do, answer kindly and gently.

May your mouth be filled with words that convey peace and love. Be an ambassador of God’s love…may your words bring healing today!

Thanks for existing!
Eric Célérier