The more you talk, the more likely you are to sin. If you are wise, you will keep quiet. —Proverbs 10:19 (GNT)
As you grow in your walk with God, one of the things you must work on is the way you talk. Why? Because as our opening text says, “The more you talk, the more likely you are to sin. If you are wise, you will keep quiet” (Proverbs 10:19, GNT).
This lets us know that there is a need to be intentional about how we speak. If we talk too much, we can end up making mistakes, exaggerating, or even committing sin. When we limit our words, we limit our errors. Too many people have used their own mouths to create trouble for themselves because they couldn’t stay quiet.
Listen, I am not saying you should stop talking entirely. There is a need to speak to the situations of life, to speak up when you are being oppressed, and to speak out in times of challenge so you can be assisted. However, you must know when to talk and when to be quiet. It is when we talk when we are supposed to be quiet that we make costly mistakes.
Therefore, be encouraged today to talk less or, better still, to think before you talk. Do not be given to too much talk, because you will surely err. The Bible says, “All of us often make mistakes. But if a person never makes a mistake in what he says, he is perfect and is also able to control his whole being” (James 3:2, GNT).
The reason you ought to be careful with your words is so you can release speech that moves you forward, not words that hold you back. So, the next time you want to say something, think about it first. You must protect the gate of your mouth, because it can either make you or destroy you.
Someone might ask, “When did talking become a sin?” Talking itself is not a sin; however, too much talk and careless talk can lead you to sin. That is why this article encourages you to become mindful of how you talk. If you do not do this, your speech could open you up to mistakes you do not want in your life.
Therefore, make a conscious decision to limit how much you talk. Only speak when necessary or when asked. When you do talk, be mindful of what you say and let your words be constructive and full of grace.
The Bible says, “Do not use harmful words, but only helpful words, the kind that build up and provide what is needed, so that what you say will do good to those who hear you” (Ephesians 4:29, GNT). Follow these principles, and your life will not remain the same. Praise God!
Today’s Rhema
Limit the way you talk and you will limit your errors!
Confession for the Day
Father, I am grateful for opening my eyes to this truth. I choose this day to be mindful of how I talk, what I say, and when I speak. As I abide by this principle, I am walking in the blessings of right communication, in Jesus’ name. Amen!
