In everyday life we face situations
And people who challenge our peace with frustrations.
We can prevent, by wise use of the tongue,
The chaos which happens when folks are high-strung.
Words which are "measured" and quietly spoken
Will disarm most tension and heal what is broken.
The tongue is a tool, and when wisely used,
Will cause wrath and clamor to be much diffused.
Sometimes it's best to not speak, but give pause,
Until we are sure of the reason and cause.
Wisdom will guide us to know how to speak
And, when under fire, to be humble and meek.
"A soft answer turneth away wrath: but grievous words stir up anger."
Proverbs 15:1 KJV
"Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of my heart, be acceptable in thy sight, O Lord, my strength, and my redeemer."
Psalm 19:14 KJV
© 2010 Arlene Schwartzkopf