Some things are really hard to control. I imagine that I wild horse, a mustang, is pretty hard to control. I would also imagine that a bull is pretty hard to control, or it certainly appears to be when I watch bull riding. I would bet that a kite in a hurricane would be quite the challenge. But, the thing that is hardest to control is probably the tongue.
I know that there are times that I shouldn't say anything, yet, I can't seem to help myself and I say it anyway. There are times when absolutely nothing needs to be said but I have to say something, so I do. There are also times that something needs to be said but I can't seem to bring myself to say it. The tongue is a difficult thing to control.
Today's word is Proverbs 13:3, NLT, which reads, "Those who control their tongue will have a long life; opening your mouth can ruin everything."
There is so much in this verse that I need to learn. The first thing is that controlling my tongue will give me longer life. Obviously, especially in today's world, being quite could keep you from being harmed by some evil person bent on harming people. But, also, controlling my tongue will produce a longer life by not having to beat myself up for all the things I said, which could cause ulcers, heart problems, emotional issues, etc.
Then, of course, there is the last part that reminds me that, sometimes, saying anything can ruin everything. I can think of several instances in my life where I should have remained silent but said something that ruined everything.
There are things in life that are really hard to control; the tongue is definitely on of them.
Be Blessed,
Mickey T
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