Those who live only to satisfy their own sinful nature will harvest decay and death from that sinful nature. But those who live to please the Spirit will harvest everlasting life from the Spirit. (Galatians 6:8)
Just like a loaded gun, the hurtful words we say to another person can have a lasting effect on someone else's life. Too often, the words come quickly before we have had a chance to think them through and once they have left our mouths, the damage has been done. Similarly, the words we say to another person just may lead someone into a relationship with Jesus Christ.
In both cases, words have consequences. Sin always leads to negative and deadly consequences, while faithfulness to God always leads to positive consequences and life.
We must focus on doing things that have positive consequences; starting with the words we choose. Let us build others up rather than tearing people down.
Funny I came to this site because of Amy Webber posting it was a good word on FB. That is when I saw your picture. Sunday I watched raising Helen. She and her sister wore the same bowl and sang Whip it. I also saw it was almost the same word that a minister brought to us Sunday. "Your Last Words" What will they be? Do you want your last words to be what your about to say? Then I notice your name. I knew a Will Fisher who drew pastels. He passed away several years ago. He was a pastor. Sooooo with so many coincidences I have signed up for your daily devotion. Thank you for what you do for God.
ReplyDeleteWOW!! God is good and I appreciate your kind words. Thanks for checking out the site!!!
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