sticks and stones

"Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me."

--I mean think about that...yeah that is totally NOT true. Someone called me a name today on a social networking site and it hurt. Granted the person apologized and said it was a joke, but the pain is still there. It totally reminded me about the power of words. Words are the equivalent of fire--the damage is irreversible. Yes, the damage can be repaired, there is always a scarred layer. In the bible (i don't know the reference) it says Life and Death are held with in the tongue. I mean I am struggling with that as we speak--controlling my tongue. I think it is SO important to continually strive to control my tongue. Just think of how much words have gotten you in trouble...I know it has gotten me in a bind. I can't even imagine how my words have hurt/destroyed/broken someone's spirit. I just daily pray for help from the Holy Spirit for self-control to control my tongue--only words pleasing to God.

Note to self:
-accept forgiveness even when it's super difficult because of the pain
-do not allow this instance to rob my joy
-have a productive day!