Have you ever been to a circus or zoo where animals perform tricks? Maybe you’ve seen a seal balance a bright red ball on its nose. Or maybe you’ve seen a monkey ride a tiny bicycle.
Training animals takes lots of work and patience. But even more difficult than taming animals is taming the tongue.
James 3:8 says, “But no man can tame the tongue. It is an unruly evil, full of deadly poison.”
The tongue gets a lot of people in trouble. That’s why it’s important you train your son to guard his tongue. When he gets frustrated, provide tips on how to calm down. Help him understand that even small words can have big consequences. But also help your son realize that words can bring joy and happiness.
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