The Power of Words

What we say has a profound impact on others and ourselves. Drawing from scripture, the lesson highlights Jesus’ teaching in Matthew 12:34b that “the mouth speaks from the overflow of the heart,” revealing that our words reflect our inner character. The Bible urges us to use wisdom in communication, as seen in Ephesians 4:29, which calls for speech that builds others up and imparts grace. On the other hand, careless or angry words, as warned in James 3:6, can cause lasting harm, staining our lives like a fire. In this lesson, we will see a contrast between the destructive nature of a mean heart and the nurturing power of a kind, forgiving one, emphasizing that Christian speech should reflect a heart transformed by God’s love.