Sticks and Stones – The Power of Your Words

If the power of your words means nothing, then why must we give an account for every one of them? We all said it as kids; “Sticks and stone may break my bones, but words can never hurt me.” Made us feel better, but what actually took place when those bullies called us names? Did those words affect us, effect us or did we just let them go. I know for me, those words did hurt and caused reflection upon what was said.

21 Death and life are in the power of the tongue, And those who love it will eat its fruit. (Pro 18:21 NAS)

The power of the tongue

Once I firmly grasped the power of Proverbs 18:21, I realized the biggest person I offended by my words was me. That little voice inside of your head and the constant putting myself down, even in jest, actually created what I was saying. We know the verses about reaping and sowing, but to match them with your tongue is extremely important. We reap those words we speak in the sowing of them with our tongue. Continue Reading →