JamesSample

The words we speak play a tremendous role in the overall quality of our lives. They can be a source of refreshment and joy to ourselves and others. However, they can also bring hurt to ourselves and others.

Today, we have what seems to be limitless access to negativity and hate. It is extremely hard to escape its company. If we are not careful, the reality of this can make it very easy to join the crowd and speak or think negative/hateful things over ourselves and others.Thankfully, the writer James brings this struggle to light, and encourages us that we don’t have to live subject to it but can overcome it. Romans 12:2 (NIV) says, “Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind...”. This verse is lived out when we pray and seek out a close relationship with Jesus and other people. The closer we get to Jesus and people who are seeking Him, the purer our speech becomes. When our speech is pure, we are able to live out the abundant life God has called us to live!

Prayer points:

• Invite God to be the center of your life, thoughts and emotions.
• Ask that God would come closer to you and change the way you speak, think and feel, as you seek godly friendships and continue to grow closer to Him.
• Ask that He would help you fill your heart with things that honor and please Him.