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Your Question:
Can our words have the power to bring about change in a world of division?
Answer:
As I reflect on the power of words, I'm reminded of the importance of choosing our words carefully, as Dan Allender and Tremper Longman advise. Words have the power to either build up or tear down, and it's crucial that we consider the impact our words can have on others. When we speak with malice, our words can cut deeply and cause harm, but when we speak with kindness and compassion, our words can bring healing and restoration. In a world that often seems divided, our words have the power to bring about change. By speaking truth and love, we can help to bridge the gaps between people and communities. As a pastor, I've seen firsthand the impact that words can have in bringing people together and promoting understanding. When we use our words to edify and encourage one another, we can create a sense of unity and purpose that can lead to positive change. As I pray for my family and our community, I pray that the words of our mouths and the meditations of our hearts would be acceptable to the Lord. I pray that we would use our words to bring life and hope to those around us, rather than tearing them down with hurtful or divisive language. By choosing our words wisely and speaking with intention and love, we can be a source of blessing and transformation in a world that often needs it.
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christopher watkin
sacred marriage
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john macarthur
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