can our words have the power to bring about change in a world of division and chaos?

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As a pastor and a husband, I believe that our words have the power to bring about change in a world of division and chaos. When we speak words of love, kindness, and compassion, we can sow seeds of hope and unity. The Bible teaches us that our words have the power to edify and build up others, or to destroy and tear down (Ephesians 4:29). As a leader in my community, I strive to choose my words carefully, using them as instruments of life and death, as Dan Allender and Tremper Longman encourage us to do.

When we use our words to build bridges and create threshold spaces, we can bring about radical social change. This is what I see happening in our community, where people from different backgrounds and perspectives are coming together to serve and love one another. As Psalm 133 says, "When two agree, You are in their midst." I pray that this will be true in our midst, that we will be able to agree and work together to bring about change.

Ultimately, the power of our words is not just about speaking, but about listening and being present with one another. When we take the time to truly hear and understand each other, we can begin to break down the walls of division and chaos that separate us. As a father and a husband, I see this happen in my own family, where my wife Susan and I work together to create a safe and loving environment for our children, Joshua and Rebecca. When we use our words to build each other up and support one another, we can bring about change in a world that often seems divided and chaotic.

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