THE GIFT OF SILENCE
Today's reading: Nahum, Revelation 9-10, Proverbs 29:15-23

"There is more hope for a fool than for someone who speaks without thinking." Proverbs 29:20 NLT

I talk too much.

Let me re-phrase that, I say too much of what's unimportant and too little of what's vital.

So, this verse has given me a great nudge in the right direction for the ultimate gift this Christmas season.

I'm going to give those I love well thought out words.

Not reactionary snippets.

Not anger-filled spurts.

Not off-the-cuff remarks.

Not sarcastic come-backs.

Not critical commentary.

I'm going to pause before speaking to make sure the gift of words I give is true, kind, necessary and loving.

I want to make sure it fits every occasion.

I want to be well aware of my recipient's need.

I want to be guided by the Holy Spirit.

I'm not so sure how I'm going to wrap this gift, but it's one I truly intend to give.