THE TRULY PERFECT MAN

Spirit & Life Devotional
Saturday, April 5
Chinaemerem Joshua Ibezim

THE TRULY PERFECT MAN

Revelation 14:5 NKJV "And in their mouth was found no deceit, for they are without fault before the throne of God."

I've had a better understanding of the power of words in the past few weeks; words can both heal and destroy; friendships and marriages have been broken by words, opportunities have been lost because of words, even destinies have been affected by it. As believers, seeking to influence our world and get people closer to God, it's so important that we watch what comes out of our mouths.

It's amazing who God calls a perfect man. James 3:2 AMP says, "For we all often stumble and fall and offend in many things. And if anyone does not offend in speech [never says the wrong things], he is a fully developed character and a perfect man, able to control his whole body and to curb his entire nature." Wow!

Stop talking "anyhow", as we say. Spiritual and physical maturity is revealed, to a large extent, by how you use your mouth. Don't belittle people with your words, don't insult people either; be slow to speak, thinking carefully about what you intend to say! Aim to glorify God with your mouth, honour people with your words. Show that you're different by speaking differently! Pray: "Let my words and my thoughts be pleasing to you, Lord, because you are my mighty rock and my protector."

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