Proverbs 14:3- NLT-A fool’s proud talk becomes a rod that beats him, but the words of the wise keep them safe.

MEV-In the mouth of the foolish is a rod of pride, but the lips of the wise will preserve them.

Nothing speaks more to who we are than our words and our actions.

King Solomon, whom the bible describes as the wisest man ever lived, other than Jesus Himself, gives us a comparison of a foolish man and a wise man based on what is spoken from their lips.

King Solomon plainly states that the lips of the foolish are filled with punishment because of their pride.

Throughout scripture we find God's command to stay away from a "prideful heart" for God hates it. Proverbs 16:5-Everyone who is proud in heart is a shame to the Lord. For sure, that one will be punished.

Where pride is, there is shame and disgrace, but where humility is, there is wisdom.

Pride is foolish. It cost nothing but it can take away everything!

Pride produces 3 deadly poison that is still ruling and reigning in the hearts of many even on today. They are (1) the lust of the flesh, 2) the lust of the eyes, and 3) the pride of life.

Scripture declares in Proverbs 18:21 Death and life are in the power of the tongue, and those who love it will eat its fruit.

I leave all of us with this point on today and that is, “OUR WORDS MATTERS.”

Believe it or not, but prideful words opens the door for satan to destroy you.

Pride destroys you, but humility and wisdom keeps you safe.

SPEAK TO OUR HEARTS LORD!

God bless.

Debra