![]() Even if it’s just for a moment, we may end up speaking a phrase that will be remembered for years to come. For when we relinquish the power of Christ in our minds for a moment, the power of our tongue, backed by our innate deceitful desires, takes over. When our minds are renewed by Christ and we allow Him to guide our thoughts and tongues, it is easier to encourage one another.īut, it is just as easy for us to allow our flesh to take over and do harm with our words. God has given us the ability to put off our old selves, which are filled with corruption through our evil desires, and instead walk in newness of life– a new life created in the likeness of God, exhibiting true holiness and righteousness ( Ephesians 4:22-24). We have the ability to do both in the lives of those around us- to either encourage one another or cause pain. ![]() How do I know that? Because we tend to remember– long after the incident has passed– words spoken that had a strong impact on our emotions, thoughts, and being.īoth hurtful and encouraging words do that. I also would guess that the words you heard were either extremely hurtful or amazingly encouraging. Think about where you were, approximately how old you were, and who said it. ![]() Remember the words and how they made you feel. Take a moment and recall something someone said to you as a child that you still remember today. ![]()
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