careless words

Words. 

I like words. I think they hold power. I believe they can define reality. Words can inspire or depress individuals. Words carry weight in relationships. Words matter.

It is estimated that we use 5,000 words per day. That's a lot. We can't possibly be aware of every one of those words...certainly some must slip. Certainly from time to time we get careless with our words. I know I do.

I tell you, on the day of judgement people will give an account for every careless word they speak... Matthew 12:36


OUCH!!!


Since reading this a few months ago, I can't stop thinking about it. I am accountable for every careless word I speak. There have been many.


Does it count if I said it about someone to a friend and it's just between us? What if I typed it in an email, would that count? Yes and yes.


I've tried to be more careful with my words.


Just Sheri, careless sometimes