Family Devotional
Day Fifteen
“Let my true messengers faithfully proclaim
my every word.” Jeremiah 23:28
Author Diana Wells states that “tame parrots
learn to speak with uncanny accuracy, and can even be taught to count.” They
also can live for nearly a hundred years.
Parrots are usually sought for their ability to
talk and entertain. They are often considered of no value if they keep silent.
However, their silence does not mean that they don’t understand, and often the
words they hear they will repeat much later, sometimes with embarrassing
consequences.
The apostle Paul often admonishes new
believers to watch what they say and how they act. Life with Jesus means
following His example and His words rather than the culture around us.
It’s easy, and sometimes fun, to learn new
slang and new ways of communication. But we too need to pay attention to the
meaning behind words.
“Set your mind on things above,” Scripture
says. We’re not to repeat random words like parrots, but instead to think about
what we are saying and why.
Others may be listening or overhear us
talking. If we are always speaking words of truth and hope and encouragement,
then we can reflect and repeat Jesus’ character. People value others who speak
honestly.
Action
1. Choose
three or four of your favorite Bible stories. Write down what words best
describe them.
2. Use those
words whenever you can this week to encourage others.
3. Or use
them to pray silently.
Read More
Colossians 3:1-2
Hebrews 4:12
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