The fantastic bassist/guitarist and soul shoutin' sista'! Debra Killings on "Fat City!" 8th & 11th February! 
Words - Do They Matter?
Society's standard of language has declined in recent years, but we don't have to decline with it. As we strive to be "very careful...how (we) live"
(Eph. 5:15), we should think about how to honor God with our words. We please the Lord with our tongue when we show discernment. "He who restrains his lips is wise."
Proverbs 10:19 reminds us. When we do speak, we are to filter the words that escape our lips: "Whoever guards his mouth and tongue keeps his soul from troubles"
(21:23).
It is important to use kind, positive words - even to address tough subjects. "A harsh word stirs up anger,"
but "the tongue of the wise uses knowledge rightly"
(Proverbs 15:1-2). Finally, avoid words that reflect poorly on who we are as God's children. Paul's admonition to: "let no corrupt word proceed out of your mouth"
(Eph. 4:29) sets a strong standard for the righteous use of words. To honor God in each part of life, use words that are pleasing and acceptable to a holy God.
What we say reveals who we are.
Christian-Charles de Plicque for: Angel House International Missions Ministries Association Karleby Finland (c) 2010 DB/ODB
