“What you say flows from what’s in your heart.” (Luke 6:45). “The words of the reckless pierce like swords, but the tongue of the wise brings healing” (Prov. 12:18). “Let your conversation be always full of grace.” (Col. 4:6).
Lord Jesus, words, language, vocabulary, speaking… it’s never been as simple as “exercise better tongue control.” It’s always a heart-issue. What we say—even “pre-speak,” reflects what we treasure, believe, and what really controls us.
You gave us a new heart when you raised us from spiritual death. Though it’s made for wonder, it’ll be prone to wander until we are glorified. So as this day begins and continues, we set our affection and fill our attention with you, Jesus.
Only you are worthy of everything we have and are. Jesus, you made us. You saved us. You love us like no one ever could or will. From your heart you only speak words of life, healing, and grace to us.
Even when you must convict us of our sin, expose our foolishness, and rescue us from our many side trips to self-righteousness and unrighteousness… you never use condemnation, contempt or disdain. For you took the judgment we deserve when you died for us; and you gave us the righteousness we need when you were raised for us. Hallelujah! Hallelujah! Hallelujah!
O Lord Jesus, forgive us for the many ways we sin with our thoughts, words, and choices. We are weak, and we make no excuses. As the Gospel fills our hearts and your Spirit gives us strength, may we speak 100 healing words today for every harming syllable. Grant us quick repentances and more grace. So Very Amen.