Pastor Mike Durrill
[18] The one who conceals hatred has lying lips, and whoever utters slander is a fool. [19] When words are many, transgression is not lacking, but whoever restrains his lips is prudent. [20] The tongue of the righteous is choice silver; the heart of the wicked is of little worth. [21] The lips of the righteous feed many, but fools die for lack of sense. - Proverbs 10:18-21 ESV
The heart and the tongue are inseparable. What is inside will go outside via the tongue. Much hurt is done in the church when Christians speak without restraint. A believer who is controlled by the Holy Spirit will speak the fruit of the Spirit no matter what the topic. Flowing from his tongue will be love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control.
There is no room for condemnation, disdain, haughtiness, lying, hypocrisy, unkindness, or gossip in the form of prayer requests. To speak in this way, especially in the name of Christ, is wicked.
All of us are guilty.
Thankfully all of us can be forgiven and set free from the chains of a wicked tongue.
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