There are numerous places in God’s word where we are reminded to be mindful of our tongues. It will lash and hurt, words can cut deeply and wounds can take long to heal. We must remain in prayer continually and the short burst prayers, “bullet prayers” are a good thing and acceptable to the Holy Spirit and guidance. Nehemiah 2:4&5 we see that the prophet practiced this even in the presence of the king. Proverbs 12:18 tells us how the tongue is like a sword and can be like unto the sword of truth or of hurt and pain. James 1:19 reminds us to be thoughtful BEFORE we start speaking. Paul reminds us in his letter to the Ephesians in 4:19 to be uplifting and helpful and although he doesn’t directly remind us of those that may not be directly in the conversation, but be mindful and careful to the speech. Let it be uplifting and to their needs as well as those that may be listening. Don’t forget that hearing and listening are very different.
