Aug 10                                                                                 The Power of God’s Word
Let praise flow from my lips, for you have taught me your decrees. Let my tongue sing about your word, for all your commands are right.
– Psalm 119:171-172(NLT)
PRAISE FROM MY LIPS
A poem and essay by ILMA
Let words of praise flow from my lips
You have taught me to love so deep
Let my tongue sing about your word
It frees me from corruption of the world.
Thank you for giving me your truth
It gave me foundation and roots
I choose to be guided by your commands
Help me to be thankful and never demand.
What comes out of your mouth? Is it gratitude, praise, encouragement and worship for the Lord that flows from your lips? Our nature tends to cater towards negative thoughts rather than positive one. Therefore, we are prone to criticize more than to encourage others. Check your thoughts. What have they been lately? Words that come out of your mouth originate from your mind.
The bible tells us that we must only allow praise and God’s words to flow from our lips. Why does God warn us about the importance guarding our tongues? He knows that is a very powerful weapon that can either destroy or build us up or someone else. We are encouraged to use our mouths to declare him and encourage others. He wants us to walk in love.
PRAYER
Lord, cleanse my mouth.
REFLECTION
What can the word of God do in our lives?