July 12                                                                   The Power of God’s Word
Some people make cutting remarks but the words of the wise bring healing.
–Proverbs 12:18 (NLT)
WISE WORDS BRING HEALING
A poem and essay by ILMA
Are you careful what words come out of your mouth?
Do you allow only good thoughts in your mind and let bad out?
Do you speak to encourage or do you make cutting remarks?
Does wisdom come out of your lips or does conflict sparks?
Some people say things that are mean and discriminating
The words of the wise bring encouragement and healing
Take into consideration other people’s feelings
Seek God’s truth and you will get all the blessings.
Have you ever been around wise people? They often bring you clarity and wisdom. Even as a young girl, I always want to be around older people because I get wise words and wider perspective on various things. My grandfather was a man of wisdom. He makes me feel secure and always encourage me especially when I am confused or bombarded with problems. Some people just make you feel loved and accepted while others mostly criticize and judge you all the time.
The bible says that the words of the wise bring healing. Wisdom comes from the word of God. Seeking him and following his commands bring wisdom and discernment in our lives. Stay away from fools and be with wise people.
PRAYER
Lord, deliver me from fools.
REFLECTION
Why is it important to be with wise people?