Corrupt Communication

Choosing to walk the path of righteousness was the best decision I ever made... but, it has proven to be trying at times. I have learned, though, that although the journey might be difficult, although it is lonely at times, although the sting of rejection and persecution might be too much to swallow sometimes, it is certainly a worthwhile walk, with major rewards...
One of my problems however, has always been the ability to keep my mouth closed when I feel attacked. It's a reflex reaction to defend myself by allowing the most 'colorful' words flow out of my mouth. But, when I finally made the decision to serve the Lord with all my heart, I began to see the error of my ways.

Then, I came across the above scripture among a few others in my time of study. I started to examine myself and quickly realised that I had my share of unwholesome conversations.... words that were foul, profane, worthless and even vulgar in the eyes of God. Oh how easy it is for us to fall into this temptation, because we can excuse ourselves because of the things we say, as long as it is not what we do... Many times I found myself in situations where my husband would belch out words of ridicule and hopelessness at me, and I would jump at the opportunity to tell him the most distasteful and disrespectful things my mind could think up. But, as a Child of God first, and then a Wife, I have learned that my words are supposed to build up and not break down, so those who hear can be blessed. As THE Church, we have to make a conscious effort to be the difference so we can affect lives for the Kingdom of God. We have to be prepared to DO what God says if we intend to live successful Christian lives.

Friends, as we strive to move forward with God, let us tap into the secrets and the mysteries of the Kingdom so we can live more successful lives. After all, another scripture says, 

I am choosing again today to live for Christ. Thus, I am choosing to refrain from having corrupt conversation flow out of my mouth, be it cursing, profanity, perverseness, slander, abuse, thoughtlessness, hypocrisy, abuse, deceitfulness, crookedness and the like. I am choosing today to declare blessing, to speak truth, thankfulness, wisdom, kindness, and encouragement. I am choosing today to have my words seasoned with salt, so that it can glorify God, which is in Heaven.

I pray today......

Love You All, in Jesus' Name, Amen.