The importance of silence
- Garry Parrish
- Mar 3
- 2 min read
Today's Devotion, The importance of silence. Silence can prevent you from saying things that you may end up regretting. With silence you don't need an apology because silence is a source of great strength.
People who are loud and boisterous will never aggravate someone who knows the importance of silence. There are times when we are to remain silent and there are times when we are to speak up. When someone is doing something that isn't right, speak because there are some people who may assume that your silence may agree with their actions.
Silence is like a fire extinguisher that can put out the flame of anger because it takes two to start a quarrel. God is the best listener. You don't need to shout nor cry out loud because he hears even the silent prayer of a sincere heart.
Some people who don't know the importance of silence may defame someone's character all because they want to get attention. But the person who knows the consequences that comes with it will have nothing to say because defamation of character will never come from silence. In Ecclesiastes 3 verse 7 to 8 it is written, A time to tear and a time to sow, a time to be silent and a time to speak, a time to love and a time to hate, a time for war and a time for peace.
My brothers and sisters in Christ, do not let anger let you speak evil things over someone's life. In Ephesians 4 verse 29 it is written, No foul language is to come from your mouth, but only what is good for building up someone in need, so that it gives grace to those who hear. Heavenly Father, you said in your word even fools are thought wise when they keep silent with their mouths shut.
Lord, help us to show our godly principles when we are provoked by others. Give us the wisdom of knowing when to speak and do not participate in ruining someone's character. But instead let us speak out against it.
Lord, calm our soul and quiet our mind. Teach us to be still and listen to your voice.
All these we ask in Jesus name, Amen.
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