0000013305 00000 n Help me toturn away any bitterness or wrath with a soft and gentle answer. Belize A client tried to give her critical mother the perfect Christmas gift. Guyana Loving Father it is the desire of my heart to acknowledge You in every way, because I love You. Heavenly Father, thank You that You care enough for my spiritual maturity, that You will chasten me in love so that I may grow in grace and be a partaker of Your holiness. Tajikistan 1 One who is alienated seeks a pretext,. QbW;D;!o#fU{z=hJ}b7+]CU~ya8fgWdJpYq& q$@^[^31|^kKdMsQ n#qQHX6$ Thank You for my ownclose personal relationshipsin marriage and beyond, and may my delight be to draw fresh water from my own well and never seek satisfaction from broken cisterns and the brackish water they contain. Father, thank You for all those that are involved in helping others with their addiction to alcohol. Heavenly Father, how I praise and glorify Your name, that the Lord Jesus is my best and perfect friend. Proverbs 18:21 Death and life [are] in the power of the tongue Of witnesses, according to the testimony they bear; of judges, according to the sentence they pass; of teachers, according to the doctrine they preach; of all men, who, by their well or ill speaking, bring death or life to themselves and others. We too quickly assume that the sins of our tongue are minor sins, sins that God will overlook. All of these behaviors indicate a heart that is like the heart of the Father. This I ask in Jesus' name, AMEN. Keep me looking to Jesus and trusting in His precious promises. She opens her mouth in wisdom, and the teaching of kindness is on her tongue Proverbs 31:26). Estonia Criticism may come more easily than craftsmanship. The tongue can be a tree of life (Proverbs 15:4). Sincere love blesses people. "Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me." Maybe you've said it, but do you believe it? Debbie enjoys a good mystery, dark chocolate, and the antics of her two standard poodles. Present your tongue to God as an instrument of righteousness (Romans 6:13). %PDF-1.4 % Kiribati The Bible tells us the types of words that bless and curse. Heavenly Father, what a wealth of truth there is in the book of Proverbs. Be slow to speak in general (James 1:19). Dear Lord and Father, thank You, thatI have the freedom to make futureplans and yet have the wonderful assurance that You are the One Who directs my steps. Loving Father, I long to know the Lord Jesus more and more, for in Him are all the riches of Your wisdom. Blessed are the peacemakers (Matthew 5:9). She and her husband Larry foundedLighthouse Ministries,a nonprofit ministry offering counseling, life and relationship coaching, and Bible studies. The tongue, according as it is used, deals forth life or death; for speech is the picture of the mind (comp. Proverbs 18:21 [NKJV], I Know He Has Given Me Victory [Isaiah 12:2], Thank You For My Partner [Proverbs 18:22], A Prayer To Love With Humility And Gentleness [Ephesians 4:2], A Prayer To Make The Lord My Strength And My Shield [Psalms 28:7], A Prayer To Live Under The Protection Of The Most High [Psalms 91:1], A Prayer To Keep Me From Evil [2 Thessalonians 3:3], A Prayer To Follow Gods Commands [Deuteronomy 30:16]. He encourages me to exercise my spiritual gifts even though they take time away from domestic responsibilities. To You alone belongs my reverential fear, humble worship, and eternal devotion, through time and into eternity. An unfriendly person pursues selfish ends and against all sound judgment starts quarrels. In Jesus' name, AMEN. In Your grace I pray that they be granted the husband or wife of Your choice, so that together they may become a threefold cord with You, which is not easily broken.Thank You, Lord so much, for every one of my grandchildren. This I ask in Jesus' name, AMEN. Such talk harms peoples mental and moral well-being. Father, I also pray that You would develop in each one a heavenly perspective and a true understanding of the Christian life and spiritual maturity, so that they grow in grace and in a right relationship with You.Bring the right spouse into the life of each of these dear grandchildren of mine I pray. Paraguay Burundi If we did, what would the titles of those books be? Ireland Heavenly Father, thank You for my great salvation in Christ and that in Him is found all wisdom and knowledge. Saint Pierre and Miquelon Proverbs 15:1-2 A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger. Lord, I want to be willing to beconformed into the beautiful likeness of Christ, and although this may at timesbe painful. 0000022409 00000 n Submit your heart to God and hand Him the reins to your tongue. 15:19 The way of the sluggard is like a thorn patch, but the path of the upright is a highway. When you did these things, I remained silent. Loving Father, I praise and thank You that I am positioned in Christ and clothed with His righteousness. Strengthen me in spirit, I pray that You renew my heart with Your healing touch and refresh me in body, soul and spirit. She is an AWSA (Advanced Writers and Speakers Association) certified speaking and writing coach. Myanmar Tongues can be weapons of mass destruction, launching holocausts and wars. According to this proverb, one should take care to watch his or her words carefully, and be slow to speak. In Jesus' name, AMEN. 19 A brother offended is harder to be won than a strong city: and their contentions are like the bars of a castle. Heavenly Father, thank You that in Christ dwells all the wisdom of the Godhead bodily, and I am part of His spiritual Body and one with Him, by faith. In Jesus'name I pray, AMEN. (See Romans 10:8-13.) Consider what a great forest is set on fire by a small spark. It is not good to be partial to the wicked and so deprive the . Words themselves are powerful. According as the fruitof the mouth is good or bad, unto iniquity or unto righteousness, so the character of the man is, and consequently the testimony of his conscience concerning him. 0000003075 00000 n Heavenly Father, thank You thatI am covered by the righteousness of Christ Jesus my Saviour. He is married to Mrs Nanko Awe, and they are blessed with three daughters, Deborah, Anna and Hillary Uganda American Samoa In Jesus' name I pray, AMEN. Palestinian Territory, Occupied Micronesia, Federated States of May I cast all my anxious thoughts onYou ;rest in Your love throughout the night and wake refreshed in the morning, in Jesus name I pray. Yemen Words have great power to bless and to curse. Ridiculing words cloaked in a thin veil of humor still hurt. Heavenly Father, thank You for the words of wisdom in this book of Proverbs and for the warning to be cautious of hypocritical people who put on a show of generosity, but are wolves in sheeps clothing. It is a restless evil, full of deadly poison (James 3:6, 8 NIV). Into Your hands I commit each one. https://messsengerblog.files.wordpress.com/2022/02/gospel-milk-genesis-21.mp3, Eben - All The Way (Official Music Video), Fighting Temptations He Still Loves Me Lyrics, Lecrae - Background Ft. Andy Mineo (C-Lite) (@Lecrae @AndyMineo), Lecrae - I'll Find You ft. Tori Kelly (Official Music Video), Lecrae - Just Like You - OFFICIAL VIDEO (@Lecrae @ReachRecords), Lecrae - Lord Have Mercy Ft. Tedashii (@Lecrae @Tedashii), Lecrae - TELL THE WORLD Feat. Jesus said that a man is not made unclean by what goes into his mouth, but by what comes out of it (Mt 15:11). Please forgive me. 0000001328 00000 n KJV Death and life are in the power of the tongue: and they that love it shall eat the fruit thereof. Central African Republic Instead, we will speak the truth in love, growing in every way more and more like Christ, who is the head of his body, the church (Ephesians 4:15, 25). 0000058114 00000 n Today's Prayer is taken from the book of Proverbs 18:21. 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Morocco Through patience a ruler can be persuaded, and a gentle tongue can break a bone (Proverbs 25:15). It shows contrasts such as wisdom and folly, pride and humility, love and lust, work and leisure, wealth and poverty, and life and death.. Kuwait Lebanon Its in Jesus precious Name I pray, Amen., 2023 Prayers and Petitions. 0000002794 00000 n Dominican Republic A critical heart produces a critical tongue. El Salvador Keep me from participating in any form of talebearing or gossiping. The words of the mouth are deep waters, but the fountain of wisdom is a rushing stream. Weve all wished we could retract a thoughtless jab or had the perfect word to say at the right time. Thank You that in Him we find peace with God when we trust Him for our salvation. I pray thatI may develop a deep and reverential fear for Your holy name and hide Your truths in my heart. Italy Samoa Lecrae (@tedashii @lecrae @reachrecords), Travis Greene - Intentional (Official Music Video), Boasting Lecrae feat Anthony Evans lyrics on screen, God Is Enough - Lecrae (feat. Soothing -Soothing words heal. Wallis and Futuna Gabon Even if you dont mean ill, if the person is injured by them, your tongue has become a destructive weapon not a life-giving tool. Heavenly Father, thank You for Your Word. Before you ridicule someone, remember James 3:6 says destructive words are fueled by hell. Hong Kong Thank You for the godly father, mothers, men, and women you have placed in each of our lives. Ukraine Mali Dear Father in heaven, I pray that I may take note of the godly and gracious way to speak to others and apply it in my life. Netherlands If you would like to receive this devotional, please send your e-mail address to praythruproverbs@yahoo.com. Awe Hilary, is a man saved by Grace and committed to the propagation of the gospel of Jesus Christ. Proverbs 18:21. Japan Christmas Island This I ask in Jesus' name, AMEN. 2 Fools find no pleasure in understanding. This is a chance to die to myself and live for Jesus." Help me totake to heart the devastation and destruction that can be caused by carelessspeechand foolish words. New Zealand Loving Father, I dowant to please You, but I recognise that simply trusting Your Word, applying it in my life, and looking to Jesus, is of far greater worth than anything I myselfcan offer You. Say something affectionate to a loved one at an unexpected time. We read in Galatians 5:22-23, The fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. I pray thatmy lips may be filled with gracious speech and healing words and that I develop an empathetic and listening ear. Thank You that in Him, I live, and move, and have my being. As iron sharpens iron,so a friend sharpens a friend (Proverbs 27:17). I pray Your blessing on the men of our nation - the father and grandfathers of our land, and pray that each one would take the responsibilities of training up their sons and daughters in the way they should go so that each becomes a crown of glory in their old age and are praised and honoured by their children. In the multitude of words sin is not lacking, but he who restrains his lips is wise (Proverb 10:19). Taiwan, Province of China Bosnia and Herzegovina If your words bless and encourage others, they give evidence of a compassionate heart. Our foremost desire is to live in you and to please you by perfecting our ways to be attuned to your ways. Zambia 15:18 A wrathful man stirs up contention, but one who is slow to anger appeases strife. Guadeloupe And, if by our words we must be justified or condemned, death and life are, no doubt, in the power of the tongue.". Take ships as an example. Lady Wisdom in Proverbs 8:17 represents God's infinite wisdom. Viet Nam Proverbs 18:1 "He that separateth himself seeketh his own desire, And rageth against all sound wisdom." "The Hebrew text of the O.T. Are they uplifting and do they bring life to others? Gibraltar based on the truth that "Death and life are in the power of the tongue" (Proverbs 18:21) and on the principle that faith must be expressed by the words of our mouth and the beliefs of our heart. Saint Barthlemy In Jesus' name, AMEN. Falkland Islands (Malvinas) 0000006444 00000 n Heavenly Father, thank You for Your words of wisdom, warning, encouragement, and exhortation in the Scriptures. Heavenly Father, thank You for the wise words that we find in the book of Proverbs. This I ask in Jesus' name, AMEN. The Bible says, No human being can tame the tongue. Moldova, Republic of The preparations of the heart in man, and the answer of the tongue, Commit thy works unto the LORD, and thy thoughts shall be established., A man's heart deviseth his way: but the LORD directeth his steps., A froward man soweth strife: and a whisperer separateth chief friends., A friend loveth at all times, and a brother is born for adversity., The heart of the prudent getteth knowledge; and the ear of the wise seeketh knowledge., He that hath pity upon the poor lendeth unto the LORD; and that which he hath given will he pay him again., Who can say, I have made my heart clean, I am pure from my sin?, Whoso keepeth his mouth and his tongue keepeth his soul from troubles., Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it., Wilt thou set thine eyes upon that which is not? Heavenly Father, thank You for the clear warnings about pride and arrogance and the terrible consequences that come when nurturing a haughty spirit. Check the motive behind what you want to say. Bhutan In literate societies, tongues include hands that write, type, paint, or sign. Jesus said, Out of the abundance of the heart [the] mouth speaks (Luke 6:45). Dear Heavenly Father, thank You for the lives of each of my lovely grandchildren that You have so graciously brought into my life. Guard my tongue from speaking foolish words and ill-considered comments. 15:20 A wise son makes a . Nepal An openrebuke is better than hidden love! (Proverbs 27:5). Syrian Arab Republic Father, I also pray that You would develop in each one a heavenly perspective and a true understanding of the Christian life and spiritual maturity, so that they grow in grace and in a right relationship with You.Bring the right spouse into the life of each of these dear grandchildren of mine I pray. Thank You, Lord, for my bed and pillow and the benefits that You provide for us day by day. Death and life are in the power of the tongue, and those who love it will eat its fruit. Solomon, the inspired author of Proverbs (1:1), starts this book by declaring his purpose. here yields no satisfactory sense." [1] Hooke preferred this; "A man who wishes to separate from friends seeks excuses; but at all times he will be liable to reproach." [2] Korede Komaiya, BATTLE FOR FOR NEW DIMENSION - Apostle Joshua Talena, THE NECESSITY OF SOUL WINNING - Dr Paul Enenche, THE VALUE OF FAITH (1&2) - Dr Paul Enenche, THE VALUE OF FAITH (1&2) Dr Paul Enenche, UNVEILING THE MYSTERY OF FAITH Apostle Joshua Talena. #1 The tongue As a muscle, the tongue isnt as capable of producing force as a leg or even the jaw, but its power is measured by the damage it can do and the life it can bring. Keep me low at the Cross, I pray, and keep me broken before You all the days of my life. You let your mouth say anything evil.Your tongue plans deceit.You sit and talk against your own brother. Loving Heavenly Father, help me todevelop a prudent mind and a humble heart that is growing in grace. Amen. It urges people to be brave and exercise their God-given gifts. May I acknowledge You in all my ways and develop an understanding heart by Your grace. Angola In Jesus' name I pray, AMEN. The tongue also is a fire, a world of evil among the parts of the body. Heavenly Father, thank You for the wisdom in the book of Proverbs. In Jesus' name I pray, AMEN. Help me toembrace the chastening rod of Your Spirit in my life, so thatI learn the lessons You want to teach me. And be very careful taking in the words of death in the newspaper, the radio, the TV, or the blog. I recognise the responsibility on fathers, mothers, and grandparents in bringing up their children and grandchildren in the fear of the Lord. Ephesians 5:17-20 commands us to be continually filled with the Holy Spirit. We need the power of God. Youre not alone.. 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