It seems now a days giving your word does not hold as much weight any longer. For the most part, many say things that they really do not mean. Many speak what sounds good at that moment and others say things just for the sake of saying them but never intending on doing any of what they just spoke.
If each of us would take some time to recognize the importance of speaking things that we mean and not saying otherwise; this would actually help many! If you are not sure about what you are about to say, do not say it! If it may cause pain to someone, do not say it! If you know you really do not mean what you are saying, stop speaking! Stroking someone with your speech can also get you in trouble and possibly put you in very awkward situation.
Say what you mean, and mean what you are saying! This simple truth and act will help you in many situations and settings. It can avoid conflict, pain, distractions and even possibly insecurities in someone else. We must come to understand how much weight our words really hold. The fact is that you become less believable when you are speaking things that are not truth and things that you do not intend to do. Think before you talk, consider the words that are filling your mind and what truly is your intention in your speech!
If you know what you are about to say, can and will hurt you and possibly someone else, why not just control yourself and not speak it out? It is harder to forget the words someone spoke at times and to see past the intention of why these things were said. So many just speak from what they are thinking and never once consider how what they are saying may affect the situation they find themselves in.
How about you take some time to examine your speech and the people you allow yourself to speak to and those around you! Although, you may not think this is affecting you, it is and everything concerning you. There are times you could be dealing with anger and disgust over the words someone has spoken and if not dealt with correctly, without your intention, you now can begin to speak the same ugly way to others. This is why it is important to consider your speech and understand why you may be speaking the way you are.
There are circumstances that may cause us to speak genuinely in anger and regret and other times we may speak out of just wanting to defend ourselves. Remember that every word you are speaking leaves an imprint, whether meant for good or evil. This is why if you do not mean what you are saying; it is of the utmost importance that you work on the words you are allowing yourself to speak. This comes with a conscious decision to change and become more aware of the way you have been speaking and the way you have allowed others to speak to you and around you. Although, you may feel justified in your words or even in how you have allowed someone else to speak; remember there is a result and an outcome that comes with every choice and every word spoken whether by us or the words we have come in agreement with.
Let me know how this has encouraged you and in what ways you see that you have had to change the way you speak or the way you have allowed others to speak around you and to you!
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I agree and we need to be careful what we say because it is a reflection of what is in our heart. We need to apologize to those we hurt because we are accountable for everything we say. We need to use our words to encourage others so that we build up those who feel unworthy. That is why I agree that we need to speak wisely and never in anger. Although that is easier said than done. Keep speaking out and I’m sure others will begin to listen and change their speech.
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Wow Pastor Natalie is a blogger! Awesome! She has Jesus in her heart and the word of God in her mouth! Thank you for all the encouraging words!
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It is so important to remember that our words have weight. Thank you for the reminder!
Oh I needed this sometimes I feel like Im getting super frank and really says what’s on my mind and heart. I like this when you said “Say what you mean, and mean what you are saying” this is so true, I want to be more transparent and no sugar coating.
The tongue is one of the smallest part of the body but can speak a thousand words either to Motivate or brings Us down. So we think before we speak. And mean what you say.
You are absolutely right Leah. Our words impact so much of who we are and the people around us. It is also so important to be mindful of what we allow others to speak over us or to us. Thinking before we speak is such a vital discipline we can all work on. Thank you for sharing your reading and sharing your thoughts.
I love this! Thank you so much for sharing! It is so important to speak from our heart and what we truly mean.
Kayla, thank you for reading and sharing your thoughts. Speaking from our hearts is very important because then we are considering our words and will mean what we are saying.
I know what you mean, but I’ve never met people who do that and I’ve been around since the 80s, so it’s not really that recent a problem. I personally don’t make empty promises, I don’t get why people do, so I always try to keep my word. You’re helping no one with false promises, all you’re doing is eroding the trust people will have in you, trust that is hard to win back
It’s sad how many people make empty promises. I wish more people really sad what they means such a good post
Thank you for reading and sharing your thoughts. It is sad that too many do not keep their words but it is something that can be worked on.
This is such a great reminder that the tongue is a double-edged sword and we must be careful how we use it! It’s so important to think before we speak and realize how much power our words hold.
You are so right about how powerful our words are. They leave so much impact both in our lives and in the lives of others. Thank you for reading and sharing your thoughts.
This is beautiful! I have learnt to say NO a long time ago because sometimes you just have to. I like to keep my word; if I know something is beyond me, then that’s that.
Thank you for reading and sharing your thoughts. It is so true that we must be honest if we cannot do something and should not promise we will.
Well said. I don’t trust anything people say because 99% of the time people just talk to hear themselves talk and look good in front of other people. They talk for the attention. I’ll believe them when I see their actions. But if more people spoke the truth, more people would be open to trusting and building relationships.
Words can be incredibly powerful. Which is why, in my mind, it’s important that we speak out of genuine thoughtfulness and intentional reflection. In essence, say what you mean and mean what you say.
I completely agree, people do need to be careful as words cannot be taken back! We also need to be careful with how we talk to ourselves, for the same reason!
Keeping our word when we say them will cause others to respect and believe us when we say something. Being careful with our words and promises spoken are really important. Thank you for taking moments with me.