· Leadership & Influence
Guard Your Words
A daily reflection on leadership & influence, rooted in Scripture.
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Scripture for this reflection
Proverbs 17:27-28, James 1:19
Proverbs 17:27-28
World English Bible
He who spares his words has knowledge. He who is even tempered is a man of understanding. Even a fool, when he keeps silent, is counted wise. When he shuts his lips, he is thought to be discerning.
King James Version
He that hath knowledge spareth his words: and a man of understanding is of an excellent spirit. Even a fool, when he holdeth his peace, is counted wise: and he that shutteth his lips is esteemed a man of understanding.
James 1:19
World English Bible
So, then, my beloved brothers, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, and slow to anger;
King James Version
Wherefore, my beloved brethren, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath:
Read these passages alongside today’s devotional. Take a moment to reflect on how they apply to your faith, family, and work.