(James 1:19-20 NKJV) 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.
God taught me a lesson the other day and this scripture came to mind, so I wanted to pass it along to everyone else, because I’m sure we can all use a reminder in this area.
I was pulling into a parking lot and a man started to walk out in front of me, so I stopped rather quickly. As I stopped, though, I had a quick thought or two pass through my mind about how this guy should have looked before he stepped out. What was he thinking?
As I sat there thinking about how foolish this man was, he stepped back and smiled at me and waved me by, giving me the right of way. I smiled back and waved to thank him for being kind.
I felt completely foolish. I had been too quick to speak, even if it was just inside my head. God convicted me instantly and I repented. And then He reminded me of this verse.
How many times each day are we guilty of this kind of behavior? It doesn’t matter whether we speak things aloud or just say them to ourselves, we’re still speaking quickly and, many times, getting angry quickly too.
None of this brings glory to God.
Let’s start the week off on the right foot and think before we speak!
Pastor Curt & Pastor Ellie
Seven Seas Ministries
401-377-5400
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