Mommy & Baby Daily Devotions- Power Of The Tongue

Proverbs 18:21 "The tongue has the power of life and death, and those who love it will eat its fruit." Now, that's a powerful statement.

I urge us to put our tongues to good use in the area of blessing rather than cutting others down, even ourselves. When we speak down to or about ourselves it is like speaking death to our souls. So, if you're speaking death by telling yourself you aren't good enough, that you are fat, ugly or unloved, please stop. Instead speak life and tell yourself you are loved, a precious child of the Almighty God and yes, beautiful. He has a great purpose for your life, especially as a mother and parent.

Isn't it great that we can speak life into our situation and into the lives of others also, especially our children? Hearing sweet and sincere comments, a kind word of encouragement, or a simple greeting of hospitality sure goes a long way. I believe we can give a heart of love and confidence, security, joy and hope to our kids, as we live for God and are an example of "speaking life" daily, for them to mirror and enjoy. On the spin side of that, we can greatly hinder our children by "speaking death" with harshness and critical attitudes depleting the very nature of their innocence and open hearts to learn and grow. When we do this we will cause depression and insecurity in our kids, not to mention- a seed of rebellion.

Reflection: We can do this ladies; nurturing and giving life with our tongue. After-all, isn't that what God has made us for, to give life? Well, along with glorifying Him of course:) We can make a difference. We can choose to speak life into our children and ourselves. Often times we get so busy doing so much for others and taking care of the babies that as mommies, we forget to do for ourselves. So, don't forget the "power of life and death" that is in the tongue even as you speak to yourself. Go lavish yourself with positivity today, knowing that your God has got your back!

Prayer: Dear Lord, thank you for the power of the tongue and for your mercy when it is what it shouldn't be. Help us to speak life into ourselves and our children, spreading to others in the process with blessings. Help us to embrace this and thrive where you have planted us as mommies. Thank you that our hard work and pressing hours of nurturing aren't going unnoticed by you. Help us to trust in your timing as we don't always see the fruit of our labor in our time. Have your way oh God, for your ways are truly best!

Action: Take the time to pray with your kids and tell them how much you love them and how much they mean to you. Tell your husband that you respect and love him and give your family a group hug and laugh together. Make time to love yourself too.

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