Use Your Power for Good: Your Words MatterSample

Hung by the Tongue

The great thing about watching our words is that we are the ones in control of what we say. We get to decide. We can either be hung by our tongue or use it to speak words of life and agreement with God.

There is a well-known saying that has been attributed to several different people, and it goes something like this: “He who says he can, and he who says he can’t are both usually right.” It’s true, isn’t it? Your words have great power! What are you saying? If you say you can, then your faith is working; you’re agreeing with God and with His Word.

As Christians, we must learn to use our words effectively—we must agree with what God says, and not speak words that are contrary to the Bible, especially if we’re in waiting mode.

We’ve all done it from time to time—we’ve all been taken captive by our words. We’ve said things like, “It’s not working,” or “Where is God in all this?” or “Why doesn’t He answer me?” And then we bear the fruit of discouragement, doubt, and confusion. Instead of getting God’s direction for our lives and His help with decisions, we end up wandering and wondering.

I encourage you to check up on what you’ve been saying. If you recognize that you’ve been in disagreement with God’s Word, don’t feel bad or guilty. Just decide right now to change! Start speaking words of faith. Do like my son Ryan did and change what you’re saying. Start saying things such as, “I believe God is directing me,” and “Even now He’s working all things together for my good, as Romans 8:28 says.” You can decide today to watch your mouth and let your words agree with the Bible!

Was this plan helpful to you? It’s adapted from my book “How to Make the Right Decision Every Time” – you can read the first part here.