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Scripture
“Instead, speaking the truth in love, we will grow to become in every respect the mature body of Him who is the head, that is, Christ.”
Ephesians 4:15 (NIV)
Thoughts for the Day
God values both truth and love, and He calls us to hold them together. Truth without love can wound and divide, while love without truth can avoid necessary growth. Speaking the truth in love requires wisdom, patience, and a heart surrendered to God.
Healthy communication is essential to peacemaking. It involves listening well, choosing words carefully, and being mindful of timing and tone. Sometimes the most loving thing we can do is speak honestly, even when it feels difficult or uncomfortable.
When we rely on God to guide our words, conversations can become opportunities for healing rather than sources of further conflict. God uses grace-filled truth to bring clarity, understanding, and restoration.
Consider This . . .
Consider a conversation you may be avoiding or one that hasn’t gone well in the past. Are you holding back truth out of fear, or speaking too bluntly without love? Ask God to shape both your heart and your words. Pray for discernment about when to speak, how to speak, and when to listen. Trust that God can work through honest, loving communication in ways you may not immediately see.
Prayer
Lord, guide my words and my heart today. Teach me to speak truth with kindness and clarity. Help me listen with patience and respond with grace. May my words reflect Your love and bring peace rather than division. In Jesus' name . . .
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