1 Samuel 3:19 The Lord was with Samuel as he grew up, and he let none of Samuel’s words fall to the ground.
I feel certain that I am not the only one who sometimes speaks and wonders if anybody is actually listening, if anyone is hearing the words coming out of my mouth. The idea of none of my words falling to the ground (v19) is actually quite appealing to me….
1 Samuel 3:20 And all Israel from Dan to Beersheba recognized that Samuel was attested as a prophet of the Lord.
…but when I truly think about that idea–none of my words fall to the ground, the all hit their mark–I realize that being heard is a powerful thing, and I’m not always careful with my words–especially when I am angry, frustrated, bitter, tired–so sometimes I intentionally lob words intended to wound. I don’t want those words to land. I don’t even mean those words beyond my fear or frustration.
1 Samuel 3:21a The Lord continued to appear at Shiloh,
Precious Savior, Thank You for the power of words. Help me to be more careful with the words that I say–especially when I am upset, angry, bitter, tired. I want my words to edify, to build up others, to point them to You. I don’t want my words to hurt or tear down. Help me, Jesus. Amen.
1 Samuel 3:21b …and there he revealed himself to Samuel through his word.
Have a blessed day.