The healing power of positive words texts scripture awakening. Thoughtless words can wound as deeply as any sword, but wisely spoken. A soft answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger. But a wise person is careful with the things he says. Lord god, help us to be quick to listen, slow to anger and slow to speak. In this world everyone has their own perception, everyone takes thing as their own thinking and understanding, for some people there can be no difference between opinion and judging and for some opinion can be associated with advice and judging can be offensive, hence we people needs to be very careful with our words while communicating.
The words that i have spoken to you are spirit and life. Top 7 bible verses about the power of words jack wellman. The quote is a good reminder that leaders must be careful with their wordswords can either hurt or heal. Using words wisely the spoken word can have a powerful impact on the listener. Thoughtless words can wound as deeply as any sword becky hills. How you treat others also impacts yourself and maybe others that you dont realize. International standard version some speak rashly like the cutting of a sword, but what the wise say promotes healing. Oct 08, 2014 this is closely related to ephesians 4. Weve all had words flung at us that stung and stuck. Words are the most potent tools that aim at either maintaining a relationship or severing the ties between people.
I vividly remember a moment from my childhood when words didnt feel so magical. Think before you speak, or choose your words wisely is a theme through out this book. What does the bible say about words can hurt and heal. So when you speak make sure you uplift someone and never put them down. Holman christian standard bible there is one who speaks rashly, like a piercing sword. Lord, please keep me from speaking when what i say could get me in trouble. Words that hurt, words that heal the author has very good insite and wisdom. Sometimes, they even cost your patience or selfworth. Written by a jewish rabbi and based on his years of experience and study, this book starts with the problem of how we hurt others everyday with our words even.
It is believed that the book of proverbs was compiled by solomon, son of king david. The fact is that the wounds caused by sticks and stones heal, but the. Because words spoken softly are borne out of a deep caring caring more for the recipient than the giver. On the other hand, words which are wisely spoken can. As believers with the holy spirit inside of us, we have his wisdom as well and can use words to heal instead of hurt. It took me years and years as an adult to heal the wounds ill spoken words caused. The word of encouragement 4 of 5 frank damazio sermon. Words are powerfuluse wisely the spoken word has immense potential for either building up or tearing down. It is easier to build up a child than it is to repair an adult.
In her groundbreaking and now classic book, you can heal your life, selfhelp counselor louise hay outlined archetypal thought patterns that could cause or make us susceptible to adverse life conditions and disease. During the last six weeks we have read a sizeable portion of the old testament. Some people make cutting remarks, but the words of the wise bring healing. Words though, sharp enough to etch a mark upon the heart fester and grow, inflicting pain long after they are spoken. Your words have power use them wisely for blessing. On the other hand, words which are wisely spoken can be a source of life, comfort, and healing. We can learn much from the failures and victories of those who lived before us. All content included on our site, such as text, images, digital downloads and other, is the property of its content suppliers and protected by us and international laws. How to choose words wisely and well by joseph telushkin in chm, doc, fb2 download ebook. For the word of god is living and active, sharper than any two edged sword. There is one whose rash words are like sword thrusts, but the tongue of the wise brings healing.
See more ideas about words, wise words and me quotes. Sticks and stones break only bones and bones they heal so fast. Choose your words wisely book of proverbs faithgateway. Proverbs 12, good news translation gnt the bible app. This is true whether we are reacting to spoken words delivered by someone else, or to the inner selftalk that we hear ourselves saying inside our heads. Breaking the power of negative words baker book house. Jun 12, 2015 this is true whether we are reacting to spoken words delivered by someone else, or to the inner selftalk that we hear ourselves saying inside our heads. Many of us can attest to how deep someones thoughtless words have hurt us. In the last few days weve been talking about the power of words and how you use them. To explore several of solomons proverbs related to wise speech. His mentors, editors and colleges helped him emensly. They are most often far more effective than harsh words. Good news translation thoughtless words can wound as deeply as any sword, but wisely spoken words can heal.
The bible in 90 days whole church challenge series. How positive words can heal, and then make the choice to free yourself up from hurtful words and to use your words wisely. But before that stage i had to learn a painful lesson. The book words that hurt, words that heal kept my interest at all times. Gracious words are like a honeycomb, sweetness to the soul and health to the body. Spend a few minutes with a chronic complainer who uses all sorts of negative terms, and youll feel your personal energy bottom out. Sticks and stones may break my bones but words can never hurt me.
As they echo in our mind, the wound gets deeper and a root of bitterness can easily spring up in that environment. Now, think back again, and this time, can you recall any words spoken to you or about. About the author joseph telushkin is a rabbi, scholar, and bestselling author of eighteen books, among them a code of jewish ethics and words that hurt, words that heal. The nook book ebook of the words that hurt, words that heal. Holman christian standard there is one who speaks rashly, like a piercing sword. Words are powerful, painful, awful, and amazing tools. I dont know anyone whose life would not be blessed by this book. Sometimes we use our words wisely, sometimes we dont.
Author bio joseph telushkin is a rabbi, scholar, and bestselling author of eighteen books, among them a code of jewish ethics and words that hurt, words that heal. Pierre du plessis words have the power to both destroy and heal. Lord, please make my words and the thoughts of my heart acceptable in your sight. Many of us are carrying around hurtful words, sometimes without even knowing it. He wrote, thoughtless words can wound as deeply as any sword, but wisely spoken words can heal gnt. Teach us how to utilize our words to bless, comfort and edify one another.
In this world everyone has their own perception, everyone takes thing as their own thinking and understanding, for some people there can be no difference between opinion and judging and for some opinion can be associated with advice and judging can be offensive, hence we people needs to be very careful with our words while communicating with. The fact is that the wounds caused by sticks and stones heal, but the wounds caused by cruel or thoughtless words may run deep and last a lifetime. Words that hurt, words that heal, profiled in the january 1996 edition of imprimis, inspired two u. Thoughtless words can wound as deeply as any sword, but wisely spoken words can heal. Leaders who master the power of words inspire change. Rabbi joseph telushkin, named one of the 50 best speakers in the united states by talk magazine, is also the author or coauthor of seven influential books about the history, beliefs, ethics, culture, and religious practices of judaism. Whether words spoken to us, words we speak to ourselves, or words we speak to others, get your copy of breaking the power of negative words. When words are both true and kind, they can change our world. These negative words can have great influence over our lives and the lives of those around us.
The tongue of the wise commends knowledge, but the mouths of fools pour out folly. As they echo in our mind, the wound gets deeper and a root of bitterness can easily spring up in. Many stories and instructions in the bible were written for our emotional health. As an author i know the power of words, even those words that arent meant to hurt can hurt and have long lasting consequences those jabs and little jokes can wear a persons spirit down, but tin this book by michael ross and brian doyle we are reminded that.
The words you write or speak to others can leave a huge impact and create a lasting memoryeither good or badso its super important to choose them wisely. While righteous words are lifebreathing, careless speech can have devastating consequences. Msg textual explanation in this proverb, as in the previous one we explored, the word pictures used for the impact of the tongue are very powerful. Wise saying and purpose of the word of god home facebook. Bend our speech to be useful and gentle, seasoned with grace and wisdom. If you love studying bible verses by topic you may like this book. In my estimation there is very little truth in that saying.
Then we will seek to learn from the book of proverbs when words are foolishly. But words destroy and kill the soul till nothings left at last. From the new york times bestselling author of rebbe comes this newly revised edition of words that hurt, words that healan invaluable guide in how choosing the right words can enrich our relationships and give us insight to improve every facet of our lives. Before words are spoken, we create and hear them internally in the form of thoughts. It has taught me that words need to be considered before they are spoken. Author, joseph telushkin,shows that words can be beneficial and can also be like knives. Words have great power, so choose them and your friends wisely. Words have the power to offer life or to offer death. Nov 05, 2015 the words you write or speak to others can leave a huge impact and create a lasting memoryeither good or badso its super important to choose them wisely.
Words can make or break a relationship and your choice of words and the way you express yourself can accelerate or kill your career. They can either bring the greatest happiness or the deepest despair. Easytoread version if a person speaks words without thinking, then those words can hurt like a sword. Written by a jewish rabbi and based on his years of experience and study, this book starts with the problem of how we hurt others everyday with our words even when that is. As an author i know the power of words, even those words that arent meant to hurt can hurt and have long lasting consequences those jabs and little jokes can wear a persons spirit down, but tin this book by michael ross and brian doyle we are reminded that not only can words hurt but they can also heal. On the other hand, words which are wisely spoken can be a source of. New american standard version there is one who speaks rashly like the thrusts of a sword, but the tongue of the wise brings healing. Yes, even the words of others can easily affect our personal vibration. Weve come up with this list of things to remember when trying to use our words in a more positive way.
Remarkable for its clarity and practicality, words that hurt, words that heal illuminates the powerful effects we create by what we say and how we say it. His novel, an eye for an eye, became the basis of four episodes of the emmy awardwinning abc tv series, the practice, and he has cowritten three additional episodes of the program. After the lesson have students act out scenarios where one student uses unkind words and another chooses kind words to respond. The healing power of positive words sermon by monty newton.
Words have the power to hurt or heal our challenge is to speak wisely, kindly and positively. Free shipping due to covid19, orders may be delayed. Because of this book, i have examined the way i speak to friends, relatives, my children and complete strangers on the street. Sharp words cut like a sword, but words of wisdom heal. How to choose words wisely and well by joseph telushkin in chm, doc, fb2 download e book. At the end of the lesson there is a sheet daily prayers to use our words wisely to help students to pray. I highly recommend this book if you want to speak only godly words which are a. When you speak words of kindness, that has as dramatic an impact as the healing powers of a tree of life. When spoken with softness and empathy, they can heal the wounds, win the hearts and make the people reach out to others, but when spoken with harshness, they can hinder relationships, humiliate and harm people in. Speaking recklessly is like the thrusts of a sword, but the words of the wise bring healing.