How to Pray About What You Say: A Guide to Guarding Your?Words
In our journey as Christians, the power of our words cannot be overstated. Scripture tells us that our words carry weight, shaping our lives and the lives of those around us. The Bible urges us to be mindful of what we say because our words reveal the state of our hearts and will ultimately be judged by God. Therefore, our speech should be a matter of prayer and reflection, not just in moments of crisis or significance, but in our daily interactions.
Let’s explore how we can make our words a consistent focus of prayer, allowing God to guide and guard what we say, so that our speech may bring life, not death, to ourselves and those around us.
1. Recognizing the Weight of Our?Words
Our words are not merely sounds or letters strung together; they are powerful instruments that can either build up or tear down. Proverbs 18:21 reminds us, “Death and life are in the power of the tongue.” This truth should compel us to approach our words with the utmost care and seriousness. Yet, it’s easy to overlook this in our day-to-day conversations, particularly when we aren’t consciously aware of the impact our words might have.
Jesus highlighted the gravity of our words when He said, “By your words you will be justified, and by your words you will be condemned” (Matthew 12:37). This statement calls us to consider the eternal significance of what we say. Every word we speak is a reflection of our heart, revealing our true character and beliefs. In light of this, we must regularly examine our speech in prayer, asking God to help us speak words that are pleasing to Him and beneficial to others.