Bible Explorer for the Young (2 Kings)Sample

Speak Wisely

Proverbs 13:3

Whoever is careful about what he says protects his life. But anyone who speaks without thinking will be ruined.

After Elijah was lifted up to heaven, Elisha became his successor. He did many miracles and shared the word of God. When Elisha went to Bethel, he met some youths. They made fun of his appearance. They mocked him as a “baldhead”. It was such a horrible word to say. They were making fun of a man of God.

Are you aware that making fun of people means making fun of God? Why? Because God is their creator. Being made fun of feels so hurtful. It leaves unpleasant feelings and the scar of being humiliated can haunt the person for a very long time.

Your tongue might be small but the words that come out from the tongue are powerful. It can be encouraging or it can also destroy others. You can’t control other people's tongues, but you can control yours. So be careful with what you say. 

If someone has ever made fun of you, find God to embrace and heal you. If you have ever made fun of others, ask for forgiveness from God and the one you have hurt. 

Prayer

Dear God, make me be thoughtful so that I can control my tongue to only speak encouraging words to others. Amen.