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Guard Your Words

DAY 1 OF 3

Guard Your Words.

“In the multitude of words there wanteth not sin: but he that refraineth his lips is wise.” Proverbs‬ ‭10:19‬ ‭KJV‬‬

According to Strong’s Concordance, the Hebrew word for “Refrain” is, ‘chasak’ (H2820) which means, “To withhold, keep back, keep for oneself, keep from, hold in check, spare, or reserve.” Before you speak, choose to check and examine your words. Let the Word of God filter your heart. In moments of chaos and confusion, choose to refrain from speaking recklessly. Choose to guard and watch your words carefully. Choose to use wisdom when speaking.

Proverbs‬ ‭10:19‬ ‭AMPC‬‬ declares, “In a multitude of words transgression is not lacking, but he who restrains his lips is prudent.” Be deliberate and restrain your words. Be prudent and season your words with grace. Ask God for wisdom before you speak. Pray and choose to use discretion before speaking. Speak as God leads. 

More plainly put, Proverbs‬ ‭10:19‬ ‭NLT‬‬ states, “Too much talk leads to sin. Be sensible and keep your mouth shut.” You don’t have to stay silent in all seasons, but there is a time to speak and a time to refrain from speaking. Choose to let God’s wisdom flow from your heart and lips.

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Guard Your Words

Share this College Devotional with others as Vance K. Jackson leads readers in this wisdom-packed devotional. Before you speak, choose to weigh your words. Let the Word of God lead your heart. In moments of chaos, choose to refrain from speaking recklessly. Choose to guard your words carefully. God-ordained relationships are destroyed when you prematurely and recklessly speak. Let God soften and lead your heart as you read this message.

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