One could not imagine the chaos that would result if people were calling things into existence! Fortunately, God is wise enough to prevent it.
Category: our words
Our words is a category that focuses on making us aware of the words we use and how we use them. The words we use are very important. Our choice of words show who we are. They express our point of view; how we feel about people and things.
Never Make Fun Of, Or Tell Jokes About, People
We need to uplift one another rather than make fun of others with our words. Telling jokes may make some people laugh but can hurt others as well. God’s people should never make fun of, or tell jokes about, people!
Slander; An Act of Hate and Not of Love
Slander is saying false, harmful and damaging things about another person intended to smear their character or status. Slander is an act of hate not love.
Gossip; Are Your Words Helpful and Good or Hurtful?
Gossip in the body of Christ is not new, but I hope you understand, it is a sin when it is not helpful and good. The message in 2 Timothy 3:3 and 5; people will gossip and be ‘false accusers’, but we must avoid them, do not take part in talking about others. I pray that you practice self-control. It is one way to make sure you are not guilty of corrupt/evil speaking.
Backbiting is Backstabbing and It Does Not Show Love!
Backbiting is a destructive and damaging sin, similar to—but different from slander and gossip. It is the ‘filthy communication’ spoken of in Colossians 3:8. ‘Backbiters’ is listed as one of the sins of those with a reprobate/depraved/corrupt mind {read Romans 1:28-32 (30)}.
3 Awesome Tips: How To Energize With Your Words
Have you ever thought about how amazing and powerful God’s words are? And God said, Let there be light: and there was light [Genesis 1:3 (KJV)]. What you say can be just as powerful, so speak with care. And unleash the power of your words!
