30 Days in Proverbsಮಾದರಿ

Today’s passage really hits home when it comes to the power of our words. It reminds us that what we say matters—our words can build up, encourage, and bring life, or they can wound, destroy, and leave scars. Isn’t that a sobering thought? I love that this chapter challenges us to think before we speak and to weigh the impact of our words, because so often we speak first and consider the consequences later.

Which lends to another thought: the value of listening. How easy it is to want to get our point across, to be heard, that we forget to truly hear the other person. A wise heart seeks to understand before rushing to be understood, and that simple practice can change conversations, marriages, friendships, and even work relationships.

One verse that stands out above all is the call to run to God, our strong tower, our safe place. Life is unsteady, isn’t it? People, circumstances, even our plans—they shift, fail, and disappoint. But God is unmovable, steadfast, and reliable. This chapter reminds us that refuge isn’t just something we run to in a crisis; it’s something we live in daily, choosing to dwell under His wings and let His presence shape our thoughts, our words, and our hearts.

There’s also a tender reminder about humility and gentleness. Relationships are fragile, and a brother or sister offended can be harder to reach than the walls of a strong city. Approaching others with a gentle spirit, with grace and patience, isn’t always easy—but it is always powerful. Kindness and humility have the ability to soften hearts, mend divides, and create space for reconciliation and love.

As I reflect on this chapter, I’m reminded that life isn’t just about what we do or even what we plan—it’s about how we speak, how we listen, and where we place our trust. Words matter. Patience matters. God matters.

So today, let’s pay attention to our tongues, cultivate a gentle spirit, and run to the unshakable refuge of God. Let’s choose words that build, hearts that listen, and a life anchored in Him. It’s in these small, intentional choices that life becomes meaningful, enduring, and beautiful.