Matthew 12:35-37
35 "The good man out of his good treasure brings forth what is good; and the evil man out of his evil treasure brings forth what is evil.
36 "And I say to you, that every careless word that men shall speak, they shall render account for it in the day of judgment.
37 "For by your words you shall be justified, and by your words you shall condemned." (NAS)
What words have come out your mouth lately that you would like to take back? You may have said harsh words, critical words, curse words, negative words, or hurtful words that left a breach in a relationship. It has been said that for every negative comment that is spoken to someone it takes seventeen positive ones to undo the hurt. Jesus reminds us that the evil words come from an evil heart. Jesus deems them careless words and He warns that in the day of judgment there will be an accounting.
The reason words are so powerful is that their origin is from deep within your own being. Your heart is either evil or good. Jesus knows the only way for you to control your tongue is for Him to be in control of your life. Speak those things that are good from your good heart based on your life of faith in Jesus.
I hope you find purpose for your life today as you grow in Christ. May God bless you as your spiritual life prospers in Jesus.
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