Awesome Containers for Power
Adapted from Closer to God Each Day
[The Servant of God says] The Lord God has given Me the tongue of a disciple and of one who is taught, that I should know how to speak a word in season to him who is weary….
Words are awesome containers for power. God created the earth with His words (Hebrews 11:3). The Holy Spirit changes lives with words. Jesus said that His words are spirit and life ( John 6:63).
The power of words can either be used to lift people up or tear them down—it just depends on how we choose to use that power on a daily basis. People are encouraged or defeated by the words we speak. God’s desire is for us to display His love to people through our encouraging, positive, life-giving words. Speaking the right word to a person at the right time can turn their whole life around.
The same is true in our own lives. When we speak the Word of God over our situation, things begin to change. Words are that powerful.
This is why knowing the Word of God is so important. We can study it, learn it, and then speak it out according to our situations. For instance, if you feel discouraged, don’t say, “I’ll never make it out of this situation.” Instead, say, “Why are you so downcast, O my soul? Put your hope in God” (Psalm 42:5). You will be absolutely amazed at how your life will change when you change the way you talk.
Prayer of the Day: Lord, help me speak words of life, hope, and encouragement. Let my mouth declare Your truth so my heart and circumstances align with Your promises.
