Building Other Up

Spiritual Vitamin: Let no corrupting talk come out of your mouths, but only such as is good for building up, as fits the occasion, that it may give grace to those who hear.Ephesians 4:29

Challenge: How do you speak about others when they're not around? Do you give people the benefit of the doubt? Do you look for ways to give grace to those who hear?

Prayer: Dear God, I know the power of words that are spoken in deep love as well as deep hate. Words are powerful. I can control my words. I long for my words to bring you glory and bring encouragement to those whom I speak. I give my words to you, O Lord. Help me to build up others in love. Amen.