May my speech be a tree of life to others and prevent me from ever crushing the heart or soul of another, through careless speech. Djibouti Proverbs 12:18; Proverbs 26:28).The vast importance of our words may be learned from James 3; and our blessed Lord says expressly (Matthew 12:36, etc. I pray that my self-life would remain nailed to the Cross and He would increase in my life as I decrease. A gossip betrays a confidence; separates close friends; keeps a quarrel going (Proverbs 11:13; 16:28; 26:20, 21), Encourage -To encourage is to inspire with courage or hope, to hearten. A giver or life or a giver of death? Amen. Be slow to speak in general (James 1:19). United Kingdom 0000058027 00000 n Belarus Cameroon I realise, from Solomon's instruction to his son, the serious nature of sexual promiscuity and the terrible consequences of indulging in this ungodly activity. 0000056274 00000 n Isle of Man A peaceful heart produces a reconciling tongue. Saint Kitts and Nevis 4 The soothing tongue is a tree of life, but a perverse tongue crushes the spirit. Many a one has been his own death by a foul tongue, or the death of others by a false tongue; and, on the contrary, many a one has saved his own life, or procured the comfort of it, by a prudent gentle tongue, and saved the lives of others by a seasonable testimony or intercession for them. Japan Think about the words you speak. 4 The words of the mouth are deep waters, but the fountain of wisdom is a rushing . 22 He who finds a wife finds what is good. I believe that our prayers will have more power and a greater. 0000000016 00000 n May I be willing to listen to their advice and I pray thatYou would confirm the guidance I receive in Your Word and through Your Holy Spirit. Article Images Copyright 2023 Getty Images unless otherwise indicated. When we abide in Christ, we stay calm and composed. NKJV Death and life are in the power of the tongue, And those who love it will eat its fruit. In the multitude of words sin is not lacking, but he who restrains his lips is wise (Proverb 10:19). Spirit-filled lips bless God and people. Qatar Ask Him to fill you with His Spirit. Father, thank You for all those that are involved in helping others with their addiction to alcohol. Tonga We too quickly assume that the sins of our tongue are minor sins, sins that God will overlook. endstream endobj 8 0 obj <> endobj 9 0 obj <>/Font<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text]/ExtGState<>>>/Type/Page>> endobj 10 0 obj <> endobj 11 0 obj <> endobj 12 0 obj <> endobj 13 0 obj <> endobj 14 0 obj <> endobj 15 0 obj <> endobj 16 0 obj <> endobj 17 0 obj <> endobj 18 0 obj <>stream * 3 With wickedness comes contempt,. They can give life or break someone's spirit ( Proverbs 15:4 ). The words we use have tremendous power. Encouragement provides the home team advantage. Cambodia Cuba Likewise the tongue is a small part of the body, but it makes great boasts. This I ask in Jesus' precious name, AMEN. Self-effort cant tame the tongue. Loving Father, I dont want to look to the evaporating riches of this world, knowing that my treasure is kept for me in heaven. P Solomon, the inspired author of Proverbs (1:1), starts this book by declaring his purpose. for, For the drunkard and the glutton shall come to poverty: and drowsiness shall clothe, Ointment and perfume rejoice the heart: so, A man's pride shall bring him low: but honour shall uphold the humble in spirit., The fear of man bringeth a snare: but whoso putteth his trust in the LORD shall be safe., Who can find a virtuous woman? 13 And seeing from afar a fig tree having . I pray that not only in the difficult times but in every situation of life, I would acknowledge You. Faroe Islands Through patience a ruler can be persuaded, and a gentle tongue can break a bone (Proverbs 25:15). When we enter a place where fear is evident, we can come in the spirit of peace andspeak words of life. Youre not alone.. It says I believe in you. and with disgrace, scorn. The Bible tells us the types of words that bless and curse. Memory Verse: Proverbs 18:21 "Death and life are in the power of the tongue, and those who love it will eat its fruit." Bible Lesson: Proverbs-The Power of Words Intercessors Arise International for her price, Her children arise up, and call her blessed; her husband, Heavenly Father, there are many that spread strife and cause division through gossip and lies or they lack integrity and demean others. Bouvet Island Prayer: Dear Lord, The king's heart is in the hand of the . The Bible says that life and death are in the power of the tongue (Proverbs 18:21). In Jesus' name I pray, AMEN. 3 When wickedness comes, indignity comes too, and, with contempt, dishonour. Thank You for my ownclose personal relationshipsin marriage and beyond, and may my delight be to draw fresh water from my own well and never seek satisfaction from broken cisterns and the brackish water they contain. 3 When wickedness comes, so does contempt, and with shame comes reproach. Heavenly Father, thank You for the wise teachings in the book of Proverbs. Rwanda A friends family called her Little Dummy growing up. Thank You that You have promised to guide my steps and may my ear be ever open to Your direction. Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha Help me to consistently share the Gospel with others, so that my words can be offered as fruit to others, and as life to Your eternal kingdom. Proverbs 15:4 The soothing tongue is a tree of life, but a perverse tongue crushes the spirit. We thank You for places like Alcoholic Anonymous and the many Christian ministries and rehab centres that are dedicated to helping men and women recover from this debilitating and distressing addiction, and showing them the love of the Lord Jesus. 0000003286 00000 n But the sinner suffers loss of his soul, forever relegated to the depths of darkness and bondage in the pit of the evil one. Keep me low at the Cross, I pray, and keep me broken before You all the days of my life. Lebanon It will all depend on whats filling your heart. Runion Forgive me Lord, for I have sinned against You and ignored the clear teaching of Your Word to live soberly, righteously and in the fear of the Lord and to walk circumspectly before You, as a child of the light. ", Matthew Henry adds this helpful explanation: "The testimony of our consciences will be for us, or against us, according as we have or have not governed our tongues well. Unbridled it dispenses deadly poison. Help me, in all things, to make my heart attentive to Your wisdom - and I pray thatI may not be mesmerised by the foolish wisdom of the world, but resolutely seek the Lord with all my heart, and with all my soul, and with all my strength for Your eternal praise and glory. , Amen and praise to our Lord Jesus Christ , Amen to the above prayer. For by your words you shall be justified, and by you words you shall be condemned (Matthew 12:36-37 NASB). If a man has a history of fornication, is he disqualified from the office of pastor or can he still be considered the husband of one wife? Lady Wisdom in Proverbs 8:17 represents God's infinite wisdom. Like one who takes away a garment on a cold day, or like vinegar poured on a wound, is one who sings songs to a heavy heart(Proverbs 25:20). 0000013305 00000 n Through Christ you can do it. Thank You in Jesus' name, AMEN. Enable me to learn all the lessons that You would teach me. Give your heart and tongue to Jesus today. Please forgive me. Syrian Arab Republic I pray thatmy lips may be filled with gracious speech and healing words and that I develop an empathetic and listening ear. According to this proverb, one should take care to watch his or her words carefully, and be slow to speak. I pray thatmy lips may be filled with, Prayer For The Future Spouse Of My Grandchildren. 0000006595 00000 n A lying tongue hates its victims,and flattering words cause ruin (Proverb 26:28). I believe that our prayers will have more power and a greater anointing when our everyday life is filled with words that uplift and bring grace to others (Ephesians 4:29). And the Lords bond-servant must not be quarrelsome, but be kind to all, able to teach, patient when wronged, with gentleness correcting those who are in opposition; if perhaps God may grant them repentance leading to the knowledge of the truth (2 Timothy 2:24, 25). I pray that You would give me the wisdom to make the right choices in life, but thank You, Father, that I am not alone, because You guide me along the best way and direct my steps in the way I should go. Thank You for hearing my prayer. Give me a teachable spirit and I pray thatI may continue to grow in grace and in a knowledge of the Lord Jesus from this day forward and forevermore. Help me tolive a life that honour Your holy name. It could also refer to those who respect the power of the tongue. Papua New Guinea Instead, we will speak the truth in love, growing in every way more and more like Christ, who is the head of his body, the church (Ephesians 4:15, 25). 0000057412 00000 n Russian Federation Help me toturn away any bitterness or wrath with a soft and gentle answer. Ukraine Bangladesh Praying through Proverbs 1:7 Heavenly Father, thank You for loving me and convicting me of sin, righteousness, and judgement, and thank You that by faith in Christ I have been brought into Your kingdom and placed into His Body. El Salvador Greenland 7 0 obj <> endobj Egypt Chad I have a precious friend who radiates Jesus. Let us join him in speaking these. Soothing -Soothing words heal. We encourage people by showing respect for them, even when their opinions are different from ours. Lord, I know my tongue often gets ahead of my mind and heart. In Jesus' name I pray, AMEN. It shows contrasts such as wisdom and folly, pride and humility, love and lust, work and leisure, wealth and poverty, and life and death.. We could fill a library in a lifetime! Andorra Debbie enjoys a good mystery, dark chocolate, and the antics of her two standard poodles. Let's look at a perfect example from Jesus about the power of our words. Be with me and give me the strength to turn away from temptation. Tokelau May I cast all my anxious thoughts onYou ;rest in Your love throughout the night and wake refreshed in the morning, in Jesus name I pray. Keep me low at the Cross, I pray, and keep me broken before You all the days of my life. The preparations of the heart in man, and the answer of the tongue, Commit thy works unto the LORD, and thy thoughts shall be established., A man's heart deviseth his way: but the LORD directeth his steps., A froward man soweth strife: and a whisperer separateth chief friends., A friend loveth at all times, and a brother is born for adversity., The heart of the prudent getteth knowledge; and the ear of the wise seeketh knowledge., He that hath pity upon the poor lendeth unto the LORD; and that which he hath given will he pay him again., Who can say, I have made my heart clean, I am pure from my sin?, Whoso keepeth his mouth and his tongue keepeth his soul from troubles., Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it., Wilt thou set thine eyes upon that which is not? Do everything without grumblingor arguing (Philippians 2:14). Thank You that in Him, I live, and move, and have my being. Heavenly Father, thank You for placing us in families and for giving us the understanding that parents are ordained by You, to train up their children in the reverential fear of the Lord. If we guard our speech, we can win a great victory. Northern Mariana Islands Loving Heavenly Father, help me todevelop a prudent mind and a humble heart that is growing in grace. He encourages me to exercise my spiritual gifts even though they take time away from domestic responsibilities. (See Romans 10:8-13.) Heavenly Father, thank You thatI am covered by the righteousness of Christ Jesus my Saviour. Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me. Maybe youve said it, but do you believe it? This I ask in Jesus' name, AMEN. Help me totake to heart this simple truth, that without wood, a fire will go out, and without a gossip, conflict will die down. And some estimates are that women speak twice as many words a day as men. Ridicule -Conversely,ridicule mocks, derides, taunts, and name-calls. Criticism may come more easily than craftsmanship. 0000002581 00000 n Other ways an unbridled tongue can be damaging are through lies, gossip, profanity, and venting anger. 0000022409 00000 n Heavenly Father, how I praise and glorify Your name, that the Lord Jesus is my best and perfect friend. A self-righteous heart produces a judgmental tongue. Lord, I pray that You would help me to really apply this truth in my life, not just when I am sick, but every day. This is true of us individually as well. Austria Please, Father, provide for my needs today and help me not to worry about tomorrow but simply to trust in Your Word, for You have promised to supply all my needs according to Your riches and glory. Scripture prayers to help you pray the truth into your heart, mind, and life. 3. Why Do Catholics Pray the Rosary and What Does it Mean? I pray thatI may take to heart the wisdom that it teaches and apply it to my own life. Nepal To love another well, we need to put on Christ himself. Iran, Islamic Republic of Falkland Islands (Malvinas) Korea, Republic of In ALL circumstances and at all times, I pray that I will keep the eyes of my heart fixed firmly on Jesus, to Whom be all praise and glory, AMEN. 0000056318 00000 n Today, make your mouth a fountain of life (Proverbs 10:11). Even if you dont mean ill, if the person is injured by them, your tongue has become a destructive weapon not a life-giving tool. Most people in the world have no experience of lasting joy in their lives. Loving Lord and Heavenly Father, just as we read of the beautiful attributes that shine through the life of a virtuous woman or man of integrity, in the last chapter of the book of Proverbs, I pray that my life would become a reflection of the Lord Jesus. I come to You today to ask for Your healing touch in every area of my life, for I am weary in body, mind and spirit. Dear intercessors, Cyprus If you often share the good news about Christ, you demonstrate a heart that is grateful for your own salvation. Death and life are in the power of the tongue, and those who love it will eat its fruit. %%EOF and against all sound judgment starts quarrels. Myanmar Let us not join him in his restless evil (James 3:8). Love is the hallmark of a believer and the perfect regulator of the tongue (John 13:35; 1 Corinthians 13:1-3). San Marino I am quick to speak and I repent of the many thoughtless things I have spoken. Weve all wished we could retract a thoughtless jab or had the perfect word to say at the right time. John Gills Commentary explains it this way: "death and life are in the power of the tongue - of witnesses, according to the testimony they bear; of judges, according to the sentence they pass; of teachers, according to the doctrine they preach; of all men, who, by their well or ill speaking, bring death or life to themselves and others. Keep me I pray, from the sin of pride or from trusting in my ownimportance or from thinking thatI can add to my salvation or contribute towards my sanctification through my own works. Croatia Albania The words of the mouth are deep waters, but the fountain of wisdom is a rushing stream. It is a restless evil, full of deadly poison (James 3:6, 8 NIV). And now Lord Jesus, I have come down with this sickness and I feel so ill. Lord, I ask You please to make me well again soon, and lift up my sagging spirit, I pray. Dear Heavenly Father, thank You for the lives of each of my lovely grandchildren that You have so graciously brought into my life. Search my heart and know my thoughts, and see if there is any wicked way in me. Saint Martin (French part) Who Is the Beast in Revelation 13, and Have We Met Him Yet? I pray thatI may learn to keep the eyes of my heart fixed upon Christ, and to daily search the Scriptures more faithfully, so thatI may learn more of You and increasingly reflect the Lord Jesus in all I say and do. Be with me now I pray, and reach out Your healing hand of blessing and touch me Lord. Their silence and then shouting at the right time won them the victory. Help me to be careful when responding to the words of others so that I do not promote anger. Central African Republic Guinea Take control of what I say, O Lord,and guard my lips (Psalm 141:3). With my tongue, in the name of Jesus Christ, I speak life into every area of my life, in Jesus name, amen . 9 "This, then, is how you should pray: " 'Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name, 10 your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Psalm 141:3 Set a guard over my mouth, LORD; keep watch over the door of my lips. Heavenly Father, thank You for putting us in families and for the roles and responsibilities You ordained within the family unit. Canada Bridled by the Holy Spirit it blesses, refreshes, and gives life. May my life be rooted in Him so deeply, that His mind will influence my actions, attitudes, words, and behaviour, so that Christ is seen in me. She is an AWSA (Advanced Writers and Speakers Association) certified speaking and writing coach. Estonia Help me be set free from alcohol, putting on the breastplate of righteousness, and for the helmet of salvation in Christ, in Whose name I pray,Amen. This I ask in Jesus' name, AMEN. A quiet and gentle spirit is precious to God and doesnt need to snap and yell. Proverbs 18:21 The tongue has the power of life and death, and those who love it will eat its fruit.. Togo Pakistan Norway Loving Father, I dowant to please You, but I recognise that simply trusting Your Word, applying it in my life, and looking to Jesus, is of far greater worth than anything I myselfcan offer You. God is looking for a holy life, and one of the key areas that we must guard with all diligence is our tongue. It urges people to be brave and exercise their God-given gifts. Crying out to God with our voice is also the means of achieving effectual fervent prayer by a Geese in flight honk to encourage the goose in front who breaks the resistance of the wind.My husband is my cheerleader. There is life and death in words. The tongue can be a tree of life (Proverbs 15:4). The Bible shows the difference between a life-giving tongue and a destructive one. We listen and empathize instead ofminimizing the pain of those hurting. Keep me from prideful ways and I pray that in Christ, I may grow in grace and humility of heart - and that my life becomes a reflection of the character of Christ to Your praise and glory. Nauru Haiti Keep me from participating in any form of talebearing or gossiping. Norfolk Island Loving Father, how I thank You that through the sacrifice of the Lord Jesus on the Cross, You have cleansed my heart, forgiven my sin, and have made me pure within. French Polynesia I pray that all mywords maybe seasoned with salt and spoken in love for Your greater praise and glory. A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger (Proverbs 15:1). Heavenly Father, thank You for Your Word. 19 A brother offended is harder to be won than a strong city: and their contentions are like the bars of a castle. 7 24 United Arab Emirates The Argument from Contingency: A Proof for God, 6 Verses to Cling to When You Are Overwhelmed. Please work through me so that Your plans for my life will reach their full fruition, to Your praise and glory. Were on a mission to change that. Maldives Proverbs 18:21 in all English translations. You who practice deceit, your tongue plots destruction; it is like a sharpened razor (Psalms 52:2). Our words should be used for the worship and praise of your Name, Lord, for turning a sinner to the paths of righteousness, holding no grudges and forgiving others. 0000003075 00000 n Thank You, Lord, for my bed and pillow and the benefits that You provide for us day by day. In literate societies, tongues include hands that write, type, paint, or sign. Thank You, thatYou are a God Who cares deeply for each of Your children and that You use the choices we make, both good and bad, to discipline us, develop our faith in You and increase our patient endurance. Thank You, in Jesus' name, AMEN. Fiji Loving Father, I do want to please You, but I recognise that simply trusting Your Word, applying it in my life, and looking to Jesus, is of far greater worth than anything I myself can offer You. If you have a habit of losing control of your tongue, whether it is to curse, gossip, brag, lie, or anything else unseemly, ask the Lord to help you be silent. Paraguay It tells us how to live wisely in every situation we face. Amy had Christlike character and godly speech. Neither can good intentions. To You alone belongs my reverential fear, humble worship, and eternal devotion, through time and into eternity. 3 When wickedness comes, so does contempt, and with shame comes reproach. Give me an understanding heart to welcome Your correction and not grow weary of it. Heavenly Father, what a wealth of truth there is in the book of Proverbs. A person can speak many words a minute and several thousand in an hour. Western Sahara 11 Give us today our daily bread. In Jesus' name I pray, AMEN. Give me a peaceful night sleep I pray. So what will come out of your mouth today, death or life? #3 and those who love it will eat of its fruit. This could be seen as those who enjoy talking a lot. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. A Prayer To Follow Righteousness And Mercy [Proverbs 21:21] Administrator May 21, 2019 Loving and gracious Father, God you have laid out a path for my life. Seek to only speak words that are good for building up, that give grace to those who hear (Ephesians 4:29). HW}Qf7Ow788bK/Z2SkdWRV?~ aX"W*')Iv~HUm;+,$r/:LB|\;4Ev*OxmuZcA?GrQlRQg#3Dq }Rqi{ZH:FfP bE= c:t#0+Z}'h'0Rxh}[V@:bvr#67x{|]6Gd7C||^3j 7qO UOn-:eK^o[Z~oXp7;r Prayer: Dear Lord, We desire wisdom like a flowing brook, and no partiality. 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