There is . . . a time to speak.—Eccl. 3:1, 7.
A BibleSnippet 070221 —text for Friday July 2, 21. One reader said “A lesson needed by all of us.”
Speech is a gift from Jehovah. (See Ex. 4:10, 11; Rev. 4:11) His Word helps us to understand how to use our gift in a kind and caring way.
1 Pet. 3:15, tells us: “… Sanctify the Christ as Lord in your hearts, always ready to make a defense [as Christians] before everyone who demands of you a reason for the hope you have, but doing so with a mild temper and deep respect”.
This scriptures here sets the pattern for Christians today. They teach us to consider others feelings as well as their beliefs.
One of the main reasons Jesus came to earth was to tell others the truth. This is clear from what Jesus told Pilate right before he was put to death. Pilate asked Jesus if he was a king and Jesus replied: “…For this I have been born, and for this I have come into the world, that I should bear witness to the truth.
Christians are honored to do the same. Therefore, we use our time whenever the occasion arises, to use our god given gift of speech to tell others the truth of God’s word. (Listen to our Podcast: When Is the Right Time to Speak?)
A BibleSnippet 070221 (end)
Each BibleSnippet will draw you closer to God even though it only takes a moment to read. They provide the reader with a short message for comfort and encouragement, and try to end with a link to a podcast study article for those who need more on the subject. A message they contain includes a scripture that attempts to remind people of God’s love. We draw readers to the things in our daily lives that are all around us to show God’s love. We do this with as few words as possible, and without losing the power of the Bible message it’s conveying. The Bible described God in this manner:
Closing Comments (More About God)
Ps. 103 8-15 “8 Jehovah is merciful and compassionate, slow to anger and abundant in loyal love. 9 He will not always find fault, Nor will he stay resentful forever. 10 He has not dealt with us according to our sins, Nor has he repaid us what our errors deserve. 11 For as the heavens are higher than the earth, So great is his loyal love toward those who fear him. 12 As far off as the sunrise is from the sunset, So far off from us he has put our transgressions.
13 As a father shows mercy to his sons, Jehovah has shown mercy to those who fear him. 14 For he well knows how we are formed, Remembering that we are dust. 15 As for mortal man, his days are like those of grass; He blooms like a blossom of the field. 16 But when a wind blows, it is no more, As though it was never there. 17 But the loyal love of Jehovah is for all eternity Toward those who fear him, And his righteousness toward their children’s children.”
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