Saturday April 15th, 2023
Meditate on: Proverbs 10:19 GNT
« The more you talk, the more likely you are to sin. If you are wise, you will keep quiet. »
Read: James 1:26 NIV
« Those who consider themselves religious and yet do not keep a tight rein on their tongues deceive themselves, and their religion is worthless »
Understand
Nuclear weapons are to be handled with the utmost care.
Your tongue is the most potent weapon in your body; it is your nuclear weapon.
The Bible, in James 3:5 GNT says:
« So it is with the tongue: small as it is, it can boast about great things. Just think how large a forest can be set on fire by a tiny flame! »
When the devil wants to find out a person’s secret in order to bring him down, he begins to ask questions so that the fellow can share his secret with him.
The devil needed to know Samson’s secret in order to bring him down, so he sent Delilah to ask him questions.
Up until Samson’s tongue gave him away, all the devils efforts were futile.
Do you know that your tongue can either deliver you from your enemies or cause you to be entrapped by them?
Many times, in a bid to boast, we let out our secret to the enemy.
Not every testimony should be shared in public, especially when it is not yet complete.
You also have a digital tongue – what you say online.
The enemies are taking note of what they can use against you, even on the internet.
Many people have lost great opportunities because of what they said on the internet many years past.
Some people are so loose with their digital tongue that kidnappers can even track them via their social media pages.
Be careful what information you divulge to your enemies.
« Whoever guards their mouth and their tongue keeps themselves out of trouble.»
Proverbs 21:23 GWT
Watch your utterances when you are angry.
You can’t take back your words even after the anger has abated.
When you are happy also, be careful what promises you make, what testimonies you share – bridle your tongue Psalms 32:9.
Ask God for wisdom to know what to say and what not to say at all times, and He will grant you your request (James 1:5).
Application: Proverbs 29:11 CW
Only fools feels the need to continually share their opinion, or speak their truth. The wise person exercise self control and keep their mind shut.
Author: Bishop Enoch. A. Adeboye.
Edited by Naomie
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