Day 16

As believers, we are put in a position to influence those around us. The power of our words can be used to build up or tear down..
Resist the temptation to get upset & get even with those whom you care for..
As human beings we have a tendency of telling somebody off when they hurt us but let GOD fight your battles..
Remember there are times to speak & there are times to be silent..
Naturally, when we are not opening our mouths, we are more inclined to open our ears – whether toward others or toward God. We are forced into self-reflection and obedience in our silence, which will only further our ability to listen to the Spirit of God..
Silence is best in moments of anger. When we are angry, there’s a high likelihood that our words will not be produced by the Holy Spirit..
Refraining from speaking in certain situations means we are practicing self-control. Maintaining our composure can be challenging! We are to seek the wisdom of God in controlling our tongue, for when we control it, we are ultimately walking by the Spirit. And we know that self-control, a fruit of the Spirit (Galatians 5:22), is a discipline that is blessed..
How easy is it for our flesh to dominate an argument? In our pride and foolishness, we itch to prove our point and end up speaking in anger..
Understand this, my dear brothers and sisters: You must all be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to get angry. Human anger does not produce the righteousness God desires..
“Do not say, “I’ll do to them as they have done to me; I’ll pay them back for what they did.”……….”(‭‭Proverbs 24:29‬)