In Proverbs, one of the books of wisdom in the Bible, wisdom is described in the words of a person speaking. Jesus taught that what we say is directly linked to what’s in our heart. As we move forward in our recovery, we will do well to look at our lives through the lens of what our lips are saying.
My mouth speaks what is true, for my lips detest wickedness. All the words of my mouth are just; none of them is crooked or perverse. To the discerning all of them are right; they are upright to those who have found knowledge. Choose my instruction instead of silver, knowledge rather than choice gold, for wisdom is more precious than rubies, and nothing you desire can compare with her. (Proverbs 8:7-11 NIV)
If we are doing well, when people look at what we are saying they will find that what we say is not only true but right and fair. Others will learn how to do life better because we share our experience, strength, and hope. What we have to say will matter because God’s wisdom coming out of our mouths is precious and there is nothing better.
It takes time to develop God’s way of thinking, valuing, and speaking but the upgrade to our quality of living when we do so is absolutely worth the effort.
Now then, my children, listen to me; blessed are those who keep my ways. Listen to my instruction and be wise; do not disregard it. Blessed are those who listen to me, watching daily at my doors, waiting at my doorway. (Proverbs 8:32-34 NIV)
God is pleased when we speak well in accordance with His ways. None of us are perfect but when we listen to what God says, give it top priority in our thinking and behaving, we will be blessed.
Prayer: Loving God, What You teach me is more precious than anything else in the world. I want everything I am and everything I say to give honour to You and give a clear demonstration of Your wisdom and truth to everyone I meet. Amen
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