Tag: knowing when to speak and when to be silent

Bible Verse of The Day – 10-20-14

Exodus 4:12 (NKJV) 12 Now therefore, go, and I will be with your mouth and teach you what you shall say.”

Have you ever been afraid to say something you know needs to be said?

I have, many times. Sometimes I am so scared, I would literally feel my heart start thumping and/or my legs start to tremble.

In spite of my fear of speaking out at times, I have learned that if it is something God wants us to say or do, we need to take the step, afraid or not, and God will be with us and teach us what to say.

Sometimes when we speak out, it may seem like we should have held our tongue and kept silent, because of the reaction we get. But if it was truly of God, He will work it all out in His timing.

With His wisdom, it will all be good! Amen.

Pastor Curt & Pastor Ellie

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

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Bible Verse of The Day – 1-3-14

(Matthew 10:14 NKJV)  “And whoever will not receive you nor hear your words, when you depart from that house or city, shake off the dust from your feet.

Never try to force our opinions, our ideas or our beliefs on anyone.

People that are ready, will listen. People that are not ready or don’t want to hear it, will shut down and we usually can sense it and know it.

Being forceful will only cause further rebellion and can actually push people away from God.

So don’t waste time on those that are not willing to listen. Move on, for there are others waiting and ready to hear and receive the good things that God has done for us and what He can do for them.

Don’t take it personal if someone rejects what you have to say. We can always continue to pray for God’s will to be done in their lives, and prayer is very powerful.

Shake off the dust from our feet and move forward!

Pastor Curt & Pastor Ellie

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

401-315-0902

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Bible Verse of The Day – 11-13-13

Acts 18:6 (NKJV) But when they opposed him and blasphemed, he shook his garments and said to them, “Your blood be upon your own heads; I am clean. From now on I will go to the Gentiles.”

As the apostle Paul spoke to the Jews and tried to convince them that Jesus was the messiah, they opposed him and spoke blasphemously.

God’s spirit told Paul it was time to move on, and so he did just that. There’s a lesson to be learned here for many of us.

Many times we go to someone and speak to them or try to teach them, only to find them resisting us very strongly. When this happens, we need to know what God wants us to do.

There will be times when He will prompt us to stay and continue to teach and preach. But there will definitely be times when He will prompt us to move on and leave them to their own devices.

It isn’t always easy to know when to stay and when to move on, but if we can learn this and hear God’s voice when He speaks to us regarding these things, we will save ourselves a lot of unfruitful labor and spend more time among those people who actually want to hear what we have to say!

Pastor Curt & Pastor Ellie

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

401-315-0902

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Bible Verse of The Day – 6-22-13

(Proverbs 6:16-19 NKJV)  These six things the LORD hates, Yes, seven are an abomination to Him: {17} A proud look, A lying tongue, Hands that shed innocent blood, {18} A heart that devises wicked plans, Feet that are swift in running to evil, {19} A false witness who speaks lies, And one who sows discord among brethren.

Today we’re going to take a look today at verse 19 and, specifically, the last part of the sentence about discord.

What is discord – a lack of agreement or harmony (as between persons, things, or ideas).

Looking back at my life, one of the things I was very uncomfortable with was proving people wrong or having to tell them that I disagree with them.

There were times I knew they were wrong, but I hated the thought of having to be the one to tell them. I’d rather just let them think they’re right and pray that down the road they will realize it. Now, this can be good in some situations, but it can also be bad.

Then there is another type of person who, on the other hand, may have a strong desire to help people in a way by correcting them. These types of people are always looking for someone or something to correct. This can be good in some cases, but it can also be bad.

What is the balance in both of these examples? The balance is in learning to walk in God’s wisdom, love, and timing. If we are not careful in speaking the truth or holding back with the truth, we can cause what God hates, discord, disagreement and strife.

As hard as it is for some people to hold back or for some to speak up, if we let God lead, and we follow His leading, it will turn out fruitful.

Pastor Curt & Pastor Ellie

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

401-315-0902

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Bible Verse of The Day – 3-20-12

(Eccl 3:7 NKJV)  A time to tear, And a time to sew; A time to keep silence, And a time to speak…

There are times when we need to keep silent. This is easy for those that don’t mind being quiet in the midst of a storm. Some people don’t really care to talk about anything; they like to listen and take everything in. But for those that have a mouth and like to use it, well this verse may hit home.

There is a balance to everything and we need to understand that God can and will bring balance to us. We are not too far gone to where He cannot help us.

There are times to keep silent; this simply means that we don’t always get to speak when we think we should or FEEL like it, or when someone makes us mad or challenges us. There is a time to be still and let Him deliver us without us opening our mouths!!

Then there are times when we need to speak, whether we feel like it or not. We need to stand up and be strong and say what God has placed in our hearts to say.

We want to make sure we get God’s wisdom, understanding and that we wait on His timing.

Pastor Curt & Pastor Ellie

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

401-377-5400

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