Too Many Words 

   We often talk a lot, but say very little.  Politicians can talk for hours and never say anything of use.  Maybe that’s why no one trusts them.

   Instead of talking so much we should take a day to be silent except to share love and thanksgiving with those in our lives.  To thank our husband or wife for the love and joy they have brought to our lives.  To tell our children how much we love them and how nothing will ever make us stop loving them.  To remind our friends, those who support us through thick and thin, how much we love them and appreciate their friendship.

   Most of all, to tell God how much we love Him and thank Him for all the many blessings He has bestowed upon us.  And while we are at it we need to apologize and seek His forgiveness for the many times we have failed to show Him our love and thanksgiving by our sins.

   Words are plentiful but they should be used sparingly.  Say what is good and loving and leave the judgements to God.  Say what is helpful and uplifting and never be condescending.  The tongue is a powerful force; with it we can build up or tear down.  We must choose our words carefully and use them with love in our hearts.