Bible Verse of The Day – 6-14-19

James 1:19-20 (NKJV) 19 So then, my beloved brethren, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath; 20 for the wrath of man does not produce the righteousness of God.

Let’s take a look at this today and break it down a bit, so we can clearly understand what it’s telling us.

So then, my beloved brethren. Understand this, my dear brothers and sisters in Christ.

Let every man be swift to hear. Let us all be careful to listen thoughtfully, taking the time and making the effort to be sure of what it is that we have heard, not jumping to any conclusions or making assumptions.

Slow to speak. Let us choose our words carefully, being mindful of how our words will impact those who hear them, knowing that once words are spoken, they can’t be unspoken.

Slow to wrath. Let us be patient, even-tempered, kind, considerate, understanding and forgiving toward those around us, knowing that how we interact with others is a reflection of God in our lives.

For the wrath of man does not produce the righteousness of God. Rash, resentful anger in anyone does not align with the standards of behavior that God expects and requires of us.

There are many of us that can benefit from getting these verses ingrained and embedded in us.

Anger seems to be on the increase in today’s world. And many times, we say or do things because we fail to exercise self-control. Then we quickly regret it.

So, it would behoove us to live by the Spirit, whereby we display His fruits, bringing glory and honor to our Father in heaven.

Galatians 5:22-23 (NKJV) 22 But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, 23 gentleness, self-control. Against such there is no law.

Pastor Curt & Pastor Ellie

Seven Seas Ministries
P.O. Box 272
Bradford, RI 02808

401-315-0902

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