What Do People Hear?

Praise our God, O peoples;
let the sound of His praise be heard.

Psalm 66:8

How are you doing with Psalm 66:8 this week?
As I mentioned in the video Monday, this verse has me thinking a lot about what people hear when I open my mouth to speak.
Is the sound of His praise always heard???
I want it to be so. But I know that isn't always the truth.

Do you struggle with the same challenge as I do?

Then let's spend some time today looking at James 3:1-12.
(The link above will take you to the passage on Biblegateway - in case you don't have your Bible close by.)
Even if you're familiar with these verses, take your time and read through them slowly, thoughtfully, and prayerfully.
According to verse 2, what is a sign of a perfect person? How do you measure up to that standard?
Verses 3-6 provide several illustrations of small things making a big impact. How do these pictures affect your understanding of the power of the tongue?
What paradox is discussed in verse 9-10?
Clearly, the words which come out of our mouths can be troublesome. Verses 6-8 and 11-12 leave me with a feeling that there is little hope for us to be able to speak righteously.
But we know nothing is too difficult for God.
If you, as I do, have a desire to let the sound of God's praise be heard when you speak - yet you sometimes struggle with your tongue - why not spend some time right now asking for HIS help? Ask the One who created your tongue (Who knows each one of your words before they even leave your mouth!) to give you the grace to speak what is good and true and praiseworthy and edifying.
Yes, my friend, let the sound of His praise be heard!!!