Bible Explorer for the Young (Psalm - Part 4)Намуна

Words Are a Thermometer of Heart

Psalm 141:3

Set a guard over my mouth, Lord; keep watch over the door of my lips.

A thermometer will show the temperature of your body. It does not tell lies or show the wrong thing unless it is broken. The numbers appearing in the thermometer will define your body whether you are feeling healthy or feeling sick and feverish.

King David in this Psalm prayed to God to help him guard his mouth. King David was aware that once hurtful words were spoken, the damage was done. 

In Matthew 12:34, Jesus says that what people say with their mouths comes from what fills their hearts. Your words are like a thermometer of your heart. If your heart is filled with anger and bitterness, only harsh words will come out of your mouth. On the contrary, when your heart is filled with love and joy, you will only say words that are encouraging and full of compassion.

When you are angry or about to say something that is hurtful, it is better to keep your mouth shut. Sometimes, it is wiser just to be quiet. Let’s use our mouth to speak encouraging and positive words instead of harsh comments. 

Prayer

Dear God, help and guide me to only use my words to share the truth, encouraging words, and good news. Amen.