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Can our words have the power to bring about change in a world of division and chaos?
Answer:
As a pastor and a husband, I've seen firsthand the power of words to bring about change in the world. When Susan and I were first married, we had a lot of disagreements, but we learned to communicate with each other in a way that was respectful and loving. By choosing our words carefully, we were able to work through our issues and build a strong marriage. This taught me the importance of using words to build up and not tear down. As a father, I've also seen the impact that words can have on my children. When Joshua and Rebecca were younger, they would often argue with each other, but I would remind them that their words have the power to hurt or heal. I encouraged them to think before they speak and to choose words that would bring joy and not pain. This lesson has stuck with them, and now they use their words to uplift and encourage one another. In my work as a pastor, I've seen how words can be used to bring people together and create a sense of community. When we speak words of love, kindness, and compassion, we can create a space where people feel safe and valued. This is especially important in a world that often seems divided and chaotic. By choosing our words carefully and speaking words of hope and unity, we can help to create a more just and loving world. As the Bible says, "Let the words of our mouths and the meditations of our hearts be acceptable in Your sight, O Lord, our strength and our Redeemer" (Psalm 19:14).
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right thinking in age of chaos
john macarthur
biblical critical theory
christopher watkin
christian theology
millard erickson
sacred marriage
gary thomas
old testament theology
waltke
power of a praying wife
stormie omartian
history eschatology
n t wright
christianity and the nature science
j p moreland
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