Proverbs 17:27 MSG
The one who knows much says little; an understanding person remains calm.
This is heavy stuff for someone like me.
I talk more than I think at times.
Just tonight I probably made my dear sister feel incompetent.
I wasn't seeking to do so but I have a way with words.
I enjoy speaking.
I enjoy giving my opinion.
...
I enjoy talking and being the smartest one at the table.
I'm pretty sick.
I've always loved English...
Mainly because it was my weapon.
I was never the beautiful girl.
I had the great personality and intelligence was my power.
Funny and Smart.
That was my package deal.
It gave me comfort when not being skinny enough or desired at all was all I could think about.
At least I'm not dumb.
At least I can carry a conversation.
At least I'm not dumb.
So I always just worked with what I had.
This verse really cut me though...
Proverbs 17:27
"The one who knows much says little; an understanding person remains calm."
SOMETIMES...
I say too much.
I mean a lot.
But I've always associated having something to say with achievement.
As in, well if you can't be pretty you sure better have an opinion.
Afterall, only the beautiful people can get away with having no depth in thought.
That was my belief system.
And it hurts to admit that I would rather speak than listen.
I'd rather win you over with my ideas and thoughts than acknowledge yours.
Id rather have my share than share the floor.
I'm selfish with words.
And sometimes...
A lot of times.
I really just wing it.
No idea what in the world I'm saying.but I'll still say it.
Proverbs 17:27 MSG
The one who knows much says little; an understanding person remains calm.
The more I know the less I should speak.
Not being a mute.
Obviously.
True knowledge quiets us.
It keeps us from speaking where our words aren't needed.
Speaking where your not needed.
Speaking of that which is no concern to you.
Speaking from a place of knowledge is of little need when your heart is not focused on Christ....
Our motives mean so much in this walk.
They reveal the condition of the heart.
They reveal the beliefs hidden within you.
We really need to be checking our hearts through the word.
Only God can reveal our sin and our weakness...
I'm loving the work He is doing through these 31 days so far!
Blessings ladies :)
God I pray to pray more than I speak. Listen more than I counsel. And hear your voice more than my own in life. You've gifted me with a hold personality and I want it all to be yours for your glory. I love you lord...
