I have been reading in Proverbs 10 this morning. I was struck by the many verses about the importance of our words. The words of a good person give life, like a fountain of water! But the words of the wicked create violence. Wise people speak with understanding, they don’t speak everything they know, but the foolish talk too much and are ruined. The words of a good person are like pure silver, they will help many others. A good person says wise things, he knows the right thing to say! He is speaking blessing and building up the society!

But it is also important to receive words the right way! Whoever accepts correction is on the way to life! If you are wise you will love correction! Teach the wise, and they will become even wiser; teach good people, and they will learn even more! Wisdom begins with respect for the Lord, and understanding begins with knowing the Holy One. If you live wisely, you will live a long life; wisdom will add years to your life!