“Death and life are in the power of the tongue, and those who love it will eat its fruits.” Proverbs 18:21
We all know that words are powerful things. Whether they are used to build people up or break them down, words have power and impact. The bible tells us in Proverbs 18:21 says “Death and life are in the power of the tongue: and they that love it shall eat the fruit thereof.” This is so true. But a funny thing happens when you begin to apply scripture to your life with the help of the Holy Ghost. You change. I did!
I will admit, I didn’t always watch what I said to my husband. To be honest, I can confess that sometimes I was downright mean. I still struggle today but thank God I have gotten much better. What changed me? Prayer and lots of it. When I began to pray and ask God to help me see my husband as He sees him and to bring my concerns to God not my husband, I changed! Once I began to pray and invite the Lord into my heart and mind especially as it pertained to to my spouse, I became more patient, more mindful of what I said and how I said it. Do I still argue and say harsh and spiteful things? Yes, but not nearly as often and I have learned that as a wife, you catch more bees with honey.
Top 6 things to consider:
- Compliment, encourage and praise each other.
- Remember your courtship and all the sweet things you said!
- Be your spouse’s biggest cheerleader, they need one!
- Be mindful of your words. You can’t take them back.
- Speak well of each other and esteem each other highly.
- Don’t speak bad about your spouse to anyone and share concerns and issues in private.
Dear Lord, help me to watch the words I use with my spouse. Remind me that my words can either build up or destroy my marriage. Give me wisdom and self control in this area now and always. In Jesus name, Amen.
Maxine,
TeamMarriage Ministries
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