Speaking Life in Your MarriageSample

Helpful Words

Scripture says it like this: “Don’t use foul or abusive language. Let everything you say be good and helpful , so that your words will be an encouragement to those who hear them” (Ephesians 4:29) and “The lips of the godly speak helpful words, but the mouth of the wicked speaks perverse words.” (Proverbs 10:32).

There are two sides to this. First, we are to put away any unkind, rude, foul or hurtful speech. And then, beyond avoiding the negative, we have a great opportunity to use our words for good! I love that these verses give a picture of the good that our words can bring. They can be an instrument of encouragement and love. Our kind and gentle words reflect the image of God’s love, and when our marriage reflects Him, we experience joy and peace while giving Him glory!

Let’s be proactive today as we use our words to encourage and help others.

Today, I want to challenge you to seize those helpful words and share them. Don’t neglect the simple gift of speaking life into your spouse, friends, family, and the marriages around you.

Next Steps:

• Do you have a friend whose marriage encourages you? Encourage them by saying so today!
• Tell your spouse one way you have seen them growing, and encourage them in what you’ve seen God do in them.