"Blessings are on the head of the righteous, but violence covers the mouth of the wicked. The mouth of the righteous is a well of life, but violence covers the mouth of the wicked. Wisdom is found on the lips of him who has understanding, but a rod is for the back of him who is devoid of understanding. Wise people store up knowledge, but the mouth of the foolish is near destruction. In the multitude of words sin is not lacking, but he who restrains his lips is wise. The lips of the righteous feed many, but fools die for lack of wisdom." Proverbs 10:6,11,13-14,19,21 Many verses in Proverbs speak of the tongue and how to use it as a positive influence. Leaders who use words skillfully increase their influence. Leaders who understand the power of their words accomplish the following: They proclaim justice and are blessed (v.6). They speak hope for the future, becoming a fountain of life to others (v. 11). They speak forth wisdom and save others from ruin (vv. 13-14). They know when silence is more powerful than words (v. 19). Their words feed and nourish many others (v. 21).
Posted on: Wed, 10 Jul 2013 09:25:51 +0000
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