Bible Verse of The Day – 9-11-20

Proverbs 15:1 (NKJV) 1 A soft answer turns away wrath, But a harsh word stirs up anger.

The words we speak can have a large impact on our lives and the lives of others.

Part of how they impact people is more than just what we say. It’s in how we say them.

When someone is combative and argumentative, the worst thing we can do is argue back with them.

The best thing we can do is speak softly and with kindness, even if our flesh tells us otherwise.

This is a very hard thing for some of us to learn, especially if we have a strong personality that feels the urge to “set people straight” all the time.

But I have personally seen this defuse many tense situations over the years.

And if speaking kindly to someone who is being belligerent and offensive doesn’t defuse the situation, it’s probably best to walk away anyway, since arguing with them won’t accomplish anything.

There’s nothing deeply spiritual about this. It’s just tried and true wisdom from Solomon, someone who had lots more experience than most of us ever will when it comes to dealing with many different people of varying personality types across a multitude of situations.

Despite its simplicity, it can be life-changing for so many of us.

Pastor Curt & Pastor Ellie

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

401-315-0902

If you know someone who will enjoy this or be encouraged by it, please feel free to share it with them!