Just a little 'thought' on my mind today...
Watch your thoughts, for they become words.
Watch your words, for they become actions.
Watch your actions, for they become habits.
Watch your habits, for they become character.
Watch your character, for it becomes your destiny.
- Author Unknown
How profound...our thoughts eventually become our destiny! They determine what path will take in this journey called life. The thoughts we think are more often than not voiced aloud. I am sure that is why that subject was addressed in Philippians 4:8, "Whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things re just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, THINK ON THESE THINGS." Proverbs 25:11 says that "a word fitly spoken is like apples of gold in pictures of silver". Imagine with me for a moment, you walk into a room and there displayed on a table are gold apples. They are so polished and beautiful that you could see your reflection in them. Words that are properly and timely spoken reverberate Jesus.
Watch your words, for they become actions.
Watch your actions, for they become habits.
Watch your habits, for they become character.
Watch your character, for it becomes your destiny.
- Author Unknown
How profound...our thoughts eventually become our destiny! They determine what path will take in this journey called life. The thoughts we think are more often than not voiced aloud. I am sure that is why that subject was addressed in Philippians 4:8, "Whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things re just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, THINK ON THESE THINGS." Proverbs 25:11 says that "a word fitly spoken is like apples of gold in pictures of silver". Imagine with me for a moment, you walk into a room and there displayed on a table are gold apples. They are so polished and beautiful that you could see your reflection in them. Words that are properly and timely spoken reverberate Jesus.
Speaking of thoughts, sometimes we voice our thoughts when they should not be voiced or we voice them in an untimely manner. Let's face it, we ARE human. But on the other hand, we must continue to strive to have words that are fitly spoken. Thank the Lord for His grace and mercy during those times we are not thinking before we speak. But the hurt we may cause others because of those untimely words can result in lasting damaging effects in relationships. Another verse that comes to mind is, Proverbs 15:1 - "A soft answer turneth away wrath: but grievous words stir up anger." Grievous words are those that are harsh, bitter or even regrettable. I am sure we have all spoken things and later regretted even opening our mouths! But, grievous words are the ones that cause the most damage...they can stir up anger. And anger if not dealt with, it can lead to sin. How do I know this? Simple...Ephesians 4:26 says, "Be ye angry and sin not." Being angry is not a sin...it is how you release and deal with that anger. The best way to handle a situation that angers you is to simply walk away...spilling grievous words right back to a person will just cause more trouble than it is worth. Yes, it may hurt when someone speaks that way to you, but you walk away keeping your integrity. And besides, Matthew 5:44 says to pray for those who hurt you. Maybe the Lord allowed the situaiton to happen just to give you more pratice in praying!
No comments:
Post a Comment