Healing Words

 Proverbs 13-15; Romans 11 

“A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger…The tongue that brings healing is a tree of life…a patient man calms a quarrel.”

Proverbs 15:1, 4, 18

Words that promote healing in homes, communities, and nations have never been more in need than today. In the heat of conflict and tension, our character is tested and what is hidden in our heart comes out in our words. In those moments, mature Christ-followers, filled with the Spirit, turn away wrath. Their words bring healing and calm a quarrel. Peace-making is hard work and is sourced in a heart at peace with God and others.

Are our words promoting healing and peace this day?

“Lord Jesus, your Spirit is full of peace. I invite you to love and speak through me today, for your glory.”