There is immense power in the words we speak. Our words can build up or tear down, encourage or discourage, bring life or death. The Bible is full of verses that speak to the importance of our words and the impact they have on our lives and the lives of those around us. Here are 31 Scriptures about the power of your words that will inspire you to speak life and truth in all situations.
31 Scriptures About The Power Of Your Words
1. Proverbs 18:21 – “Death and life are in the power of the tongue, and those who love it will eat its fruits.”
2. Ephesians 4:29 – “Let no corrupting talk come out of your mouths, but only such as is good for building up, as fits the occasion, that it may give grace to those who hear.”
3. Proverbs 12:18 – “There is one whose rash words are like sword thrusts, but the tongue of the wise brings healing.”
4. James 3:5 – “So also the tongue is a small member, yet it boasts of great things. How great a forest is set ablaze by such a small fire!”
5. Matthew 12:36 – “I tell you, on the day of judgment people will give account for every careless word they speak.”
These verses remind us of the incredible power we have in our words. Let us use them wisely, always seeking to speak life, truth, and encouragement to those around us. Remember, our words have the power to shape our lives and the lives of others. Let us choose to speak words of love, grace, and truth in all situations.