"I am where I am because of something you said to me many years ago" or "you probably don't remember - but years ago, you said something to me that totally changed my life" Has someone ever made any of the above statements to you regarding something you may have said to them in the past? Or has someone ever said something damaging to you that STILL disturbs you - just thinking about it years later?
Yep. For some of us, this could be great news because once upon a time we said... something good and encouraging to another person. We made a positive difference in someone's life.
For others, this could be bad because once upon a time, we made a bad and discouraging statement to someone and impacted their lives negatively. We must be very mindful of the things we say to others because while you might "say it" and move on, your words usually sticks with that person for a lifetime.
James 3:5 says, "The tongue is a small thing that makes grand speeches. But a tiny spark can set a great forest on fire"

Now, I'm all for "speaking your mind" because it's a good thing and it's also healthy for relationships. So I do encourage you to be forthcoming and honest. All I am asking is that you choose your words CAREFULLY. Let your words be more ENCOURAGING instead of DISCOURAGING, because as Christians we must be considerate of others. Our goal should be to always BUILD up and not tear down. Even God knows and it's in James 3:8 that "No one can tame the tongue. It is restless and evil, full of deadly poison"
But God expects us to try. So let's do our best!
May God continue to bless you and your families.
***Have a blessed day Everyone! **
By Evangelist Naomi Antwi