Speak Up!
Why does it seem we can be so quick to use our mouths to gossip, complain, point out a fault or even to talk about ourself in a negative way? I wonder what would happen if we as people were just as quick and spent a little more time speaking words that are filled with life, faith, hope, and expectation? Would our days be more fulfilling? Would we get more accomplished? Could we help more people out? Would it help you out?
I once talked to a couple who were so negative about so many things in life. I asked them if they would take the word challenge and keep from saying negative words for a week. I think they thought I was crazy, but they did it. The following week they approached me and said the following: “this was the most difficult week for us. We never thought we were so negative and it was so difficult to not speak the negativity”. All of their negativity was just everyday living. More times than not, we don’t see the problem because the problem has become the norm. Well, just because it is normal doesn’t mean that it is the right thing.
I believe we have the power of life and death in our words. Actually these are not my words, but Gods. But, if your change of circumstance was determined by how you spoke and what you spoke- then how would you speak?
Take this week and speak life! Life over your marriage, kids, finances, employment, health. Speak it often and change your life!
