Today's inspiration comes from: Settle My Soul by Karen Ehman & Ruth Schwenk |
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The lips of the righteous nourish many. — Proverbs 10:21 There was once a monk who, like many followers of Jesus at the time, was looking for a deeper walk with God. This monk, Abbot Agatho, fled to the desert. The story goes that Abbot Agatho, aware of his temptation to sin with his words, carried a rock in his mouth for three years! He did so until he learned to be silent — or to control his lips. I'm not ready to carry a rock in my mouth as a reminder to watch my words, but I am very aware of my own temptation to use my words unwisely. Because we serve a God who speaks and uses His words to bring life, we are reminded that our words really do matter. They matter in our marriage, our family, the workplace, our relationships, and our church. Our words really are an overflow of what is going on in our hearts (Luke 6:45), and they have the power to shape the hearts of those whom God has surrounded us with. In Proverbs 10:21, the writer said, The lips of the righteous nourish many. |
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We can nourish those around us with words of encouragement. |
We can nourish those around us with words of encouragement. |
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With our words, we bring life, health, and good things to those we encounter. We make others better by what rolls off our tongue. With our lips, we are to avoid gossip, slander, malice, and idle talk, which steal life instead of nourishing it. We can nourish those around us with words of encouragement. Speaking truth in love. Sharing our appreciation. Building others up with the truth and promises of God's Word. We nourish others when we speak with gentleness and compassion. We bring life when we choose not to speak words that could easily be used as weapons. How are you using your words? Do your words bring nourishment to those around you? Take a moment and prayerfully consider how your words are bringing life or death to those you are closest to. Let's pursue the righteousness described in Proverbs — being one who uses her words to nourish not just some, but many! Lord, You are a God who speaks. As I reflect who You are to those around me, help me use my words wisely. Give me grace to "nourish many" with my lips. I confess that my words are not always used in a way that honors You. Forgive me and teach me to love and serve those around me with the words You give me. In Jesus' name, amen. Where do you struggle with your words the most? What is one way you can begin nourishing others with your words today? ~ Ruth |
Excerpted with permission from Settle My Soul by Karen Ehman and Ruth Schwenk,
copyright Karen Ehman and Ruth Schwenk. * |
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Maybe for some of us carrying a rock in our mouths isn't such a bad idea… How are you using your words? Who are you nourishing with the things you say? Today, let's bring life, health, and good things to those we encounter! ~ Devotionals Daily |
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Find quiet time with Jesus |
Settle My Soul: 100 Quiet Moments to Meet with Jesus |
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Are your days full? Are you tired and craving quiet for your soul? You're not alone. If days filled with obligations and never-ending to-do lists leave you feeling anxious and overwhelmed, you can find the peace your soul longs for. In Settle My Soul, authors Karen Ehman and Ruth Schwenk invite you to carve out a few moments in your day to deepen your relationship with the Lord through 100 encouraging devotions.
Karen and Ruth are women who understand all that you're juggling, and they desire for you to experience the refreshment that comes only from the Lord. Settle My Soul is the companion to the best-selling devotional Pressing Pause. With just a few minutes, you can connect with God, set aside your busyness and worries, center your thoughts on Him and His Word, and restore your peace of mind.
Each devotional includes a brief but meaningful devotional message, applicable scripture, guided prayer, and reflection questions.
Throughout the book you'll also find journaling pages for deeper reflection.
Perfect gift for birthdays and Mother's Day.
Your life is loud. But if you will just press pause for a few minutes each day, you can discover what Jesus longs to give you: His peace. |
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