Proverbs 16:24
Proverbs 16:24
Pleasant words are as an honeycomb, sweet to the soul, and health to the bones.
Words have great power, and this verse beautifully illustrates their impact on both the soul and the body. Pleasant words, like honey, bring sweetness to the soul, offering emotional nourishment and encouragement. Just as honey is healing and restorative to the body, pleasant words can heal the spirit. In a world that often feels harsh and negative, this verse calls us to be intentional with our words. We have the power to build up or tear down, to comfort or discourage. When we speak words of kindness, love, and encouragement, we contribute to the emotional and spiritual well-being of those around us. Pleasant words are not just kind; they are also powerful tools for bringing peace and healing. The impact of words extends beyond the moment of speaking—they can have lasting effects on someone’s heart and mind. This verse encourages us to speak thoughtfully, knowing that our words can serve as a source of strength and health for others. In the same way, we should be receptive to receiving pleasant words that bring encouragement and nourishment to our own souls. The beauty of this simple truth is that the more we practice speaking kindly, the more we become instruments of healing and peace.
Psalms 141:3
Set a watch, O Lord, before my mouth; keep the door of my lips.
Matthew 12:34
O generation of vipers, how can ye, being evil, speak good things? for out of the abundance of the heart the mouth speaketh.
Proverbs 18:21
Death and life are in the power of the tongue: and they that love it shall eat the fruit thereof.
Proverbs 15:28
The heart of the righteous studieth to answer, but the mouth of the wicked poureth out evil things.