3 Reasons Why Your Words Matter To God

“Mom, you made me feel embarrassed, angry, and sad – kinda all in one”

My heart sank into my stomach. I had just shamed my girl.

It wasn’t so much the words this time – although I am unfortunately no stranger to the sin of anger in my words.

This time it was simply the tone.

Sharp, pointed, and demeaning.

What were the last words that cut into your life? I bet you could tell me, couldn’t you?

Friend, I’m so sorry for your heart.

This is exactly why God has so much to say about our words. The Bible is packed full of warnings against how we choose to speak.

We must pay attention!

Let’s look at 3 reasons why your words matter to God.

Words Matter Because They Are Powerful

Words have the incredible power to shape our lives and the lives of those around us. They can bring life, encouragement, and healing, or they can cause deep wounds and lasting damage. God emphasizes the importance of our words throughout Scripture, highlighting their potential to influence, inspire, and even destroy. The verses below remind us just how impactful our words can be.

Death and life are in the power of the tongue, and those who love it will eat its fruits. Prov 18:21

There is one whose rash words are like sword thrusts, but the tongue of the wise brings healing. Prov 12:18

But no human being can tame the tongue. It is a restless evil, full of deadly poison. James 3:8

A soft answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger. Prov 15:1

Words Can Build Us Up or Tear Us Down

Our words hold the power to build up or tear down. They can edify and encourage, bringing grace and comfort to those who hear them, or they can corrupt and harm, leaving a trail of brokenness. God calls us to use our speech to uplift and support one another, ensuring that our conversations are filled with grace and seasoned with wisdom.

Let no corrupting talk come out of your mouths, but only such as is good for building up, as fits the occasion, that it may give grace to those who hear. Eph 4:29

Gracious words are like a honeycomb, sweetness to the soul and health to the body. Prov 16:24

Let your speech always be gracious, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how you ought to answer each person. Col 4:6

What then, brothers? When you come together, each one has a hymn, a lesson, a revelation, a tongue, or an interpretation. Let all things be done for building up. 1 Cor 14:26

Our Words Have a Lasting Impact on Us and Others

The impact of our words extends far beyond the moment they are spoken. They can leave lasting impressions, shaping our relationships and influencing how we are perceived by others. More importantly, our words reflect the condition of our hearts and have eternal significance. God reminds us that we will be held accountable for every careless word, urging us to speak with intention and integrity.

But what comes out of the mouth proceeds from the heart, and this defiles a person. Matt 15:18

I tell you, on the day of judgment people will give account for every careless word they speak. Matt 12:36

Whoever guards his mouth preserves his life; he who opens wide his lips comes to ruin. Prov 13:3

The good person out of the good treasure of his heart produces good, and the evil person out of his evil treasure produces evil, for out of the abundance of the heart his mouth speaks. Luke 6:45

Thankfully, God is abundantly gracious and offers us forgiveness when we fall short with our words.

He also offers us help from the Holy Spirit in this battle over our words. It is not a fight we can face alone. We need to continually submit our thoughts and words to the Lord and ask for His strength to use them in a way that gives Him glory.

And friend if I’m near the end of my rope for the day with my kiddos – here’s my bonus verse:

Even a fool who keeps silent is considered wise; when he closes his lips, he is deemed intelligent. Prov 17:28

Ahhh! So true!

So as you focus on the reasons why your words matter to God, let’s look at scripture for help! Over the next 30 days, use this simple Bible Study method to dig deeper into His word every day. You can do it in one 15-20 min session or break it down into two 5-10 minute “time pockets”.

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Before you go off to download, let’s pray.

Lord thank you for your word. Thank you for the truth that you speak to our hearts. I pray Lord that you would reveal areas in our hearts and lives that we need to submit to your loving care. May we learn to pray, think and submit our words to you before they even come out of our mouths. I pray that when our words come forth, they would be filtered by you – for your Glory! Please help our speech to build others up instead of tear down. In Jesus name, I pray.

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You can do this Mama!

Talk to you soon!

Lee

O Lord, You have pleaded the case for my soul; You have redeemed my life. Lamentations 3:58