words

sometimes, i want to use them to…

retaliate

or

cast blame

sometimes, i want to use them to…

inflict doubt

or

cause pain

sometimes, i want to use them to…

cause distress

or

bring anguish

sometimes, i…

too honest?

too transparent?

good.

i want to be both

why?

i struggle

maybe you do, too

the natural me wants rule, speaking damaging, spiteful words

to speak hurt instead of hope

to speak venom instead of victory

to speak retaliation instead of restoration

to speak what comes naturally

i fight it, not wanting to submit to it

but, i know…

on my own, i’m unable to control my mouth and the words that roll off my tongue

i need HIM

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those who consider themselves religious and yet do not keep a tight rein

on their tongues deceive themselves, and their religion is worthless

~ James 1:26

set a guard over my mouth, Lord;

keep watch over the door of my lips

~ Psalm 141:3

(may) my mouth be filled with your praise,

declaring your splendor all day long

~ Psalm 71:8

do not let any unwholesome talk come out of (my mouth),

but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs

~ Ephesians 4:29

Take Care