My dear brothers, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry, for man's anger does not bring about the righteous life that God desires.(James 1:19-20)
Why do I have two ears Lord and only one mouth? The better to hear with my son!
As I have gotten older and I hope wiser, I have learned to listen more before I speak. More times than not, I gain wisdom from the one speaking. If I need to speak at all, it's better to wait for the proper timing: it keeps my foot out of my mouth!My pastor reminds us often that God has given us a cage (our teeth) around our tongue, just in case our lips cannot keep closed.
Speak wisdom today . . . and if you have to, use words!!!!!
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