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Your Question:
Can our words have the power to uplift or tear down in a chaotic world filled with noise and distractions?
Answer:
As a pastor, I've seen firsthand the power of words to uplift or tear down. When spoken with malice, words can cut deeply and destroy relationships. On the other hand, words spoken with kindness and compassion can bring people together and build bridges. 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). I believe that our words have the power to shape the world around us. When we speak, we're not just conveying information, we're creating a reality that can either bring life or death. As the Bible says, "For every idle word men may speak, they will give account of it in the day of judgment" (Matthew 12:36). This is a sobering reminder of the importance of choosing our words carefully. As a father, I've also seen the impact of words on my children. When I speak to them, I want to choose words that will uplift and encourage them, not tear them down. I want to create a safe and loving environment where they can grow and thrive. And as a Christian, I believe that God's words have the power to bring life and transformation to our lives. As the Bible says, "God speaking the universe into being sets a pattern that will be repeated throughout the Bible: God's words bring life" (Deut 32:47; John 6:63).
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sacred marriage
gary thomas
christian apologetics
douglas groothius
biblical critical theory
christopher watkin
trilogy
francis shaeffer
introduction to new testament
carson and moo
power of a praying wife
stormie omartian
systematic theology
wayne grudem
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