Conversation

Daily Vitamin

Conversation — “Instead of cheap talk, your mouth is now a fountain of grace, giving encouragement and inspiration to everyone within earshot. The Holy Spirit is your signet ring from God to confirm that you are redeemed to live your life in the light of day; any conduct that belongs to the night grieves Him. Take up the strongest possible position against every form of distorted behavior in your own life. Do not allow yourself to be spiteful; outbursts of violent emotion and rage do not become you. You don’t have to shout in order to make your point. People must feel safe in your conversation; therefore, slander and hurtful words [blasphemy] are out. Be inspired by kindness and compassion; your forgiving one another when you might feel irritated and frustrated demonstrates the way God graciously treated us in Christ.” (Ephesians 4:29-31, The Mirror Bible)

Many times our own conversation with ourselves offends us! We rehearse over and over what where’re going to say to the point that it gets all distorted before we even open our mouth. Instead of getting all worked up for no real reason, have a conversation with Holy Spirit. Remember you are a new creation in Christ. (2 Corinthians 5:17) Being new, we put off childish ways. (1 Corinthians 13:11). And remember, until you can say something good, say nothing!

We can correct our conversation with help from Holly Spirit!

Let’s Pray:

Daddy God, transform our conversations—both with others and with ourselves—into fountains of grace that bring life and encouragement. Holy Spirit, help us recognize when our internal dialogue is getting distorted and teach us to turn to You for wisdom and peace. Make our mouths instruments of Your love, and help us put off childish ways of communication that don't reflect our new nature in Christ. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Today’s Decrees:

• I decree that my mouth is a fountain of grace that brings life to everyone I encounter!

• I decree that people feel safe in conversation with me because my words are seasoned with love!

• I decree that I consult with Holy Spirit before speaking, allowing Him to guide my words!

• I decree that my conversations reflect my new nature in Christ, not old patterns of communication!

• I decree that my words build up rather than tear down, heal rather than hurt, unite rather than divide!

Be a Blessing,

Sir Gregory

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