It is not what goes into the mouth that defiles a person, but what comes out of the mouth; this defiles a person.
Since God gave us one mouth and two ears, I guess that means we should listen more than we talk. It is easy to blurt out whatever pops into your head, but that often causes problems, especially in relationships.
Old Testament Jewish law included many requirements about foods the Jews could not eat because they were considered to be unclean. But when Jesus came to earth, He said that what comes out of the mouth (words) defiles, not what goes into the mouth (food).
Many people don’t realize the power of their words. Because of that they do not use caution regarding what they say about themselves, their future, their finances, their children, other people, and probably hundreds of other topics. Death and life are in the power of the tongue, according to Proverbs 18:21 (AMPC). Since that is true, we should certainly train ourselves to not speak without thinking. Our words may be one of our biggest problems. Start paying more attention to what you say and ask God to help you speak only what is pleasing to Him. I think you will find that doing this will benefit you greatly.
Prayer of the Day: Father, I am sorry for all the words I have spoken that were not according to Your will. Please help me be more cautious moving forward, beginning right now. In Jesus’ name, amen.
