The name "Cat's Meow" is a playful reminder of something we all do every day—we speak. Our words may seem small, but God tells us they have tremendous power.
James compared the tongue to a tiny spark that can start a great fire. "Even so the tongue is a little member, and boasteth great things. Behold, how great a matter a little fire kindleth!" — James 3:5
With our mouths we can encourage the discouraged, comfort the hurting, teach God's truth, and praise our Savior. Yet with the same tongue we can also complain, gossip, criticize, or wound those around us. James reminds us that these things should not be so.
Paul gave believers this instruction: "Let no corrupt communication proceed out of your mouth, but that which is good to the use of edifying, that it may minister grace unto the hearers." — Ephesians 4:29
Every conversation gives us a choice. Will our words tear someone down or build them up? Will they draw attention to ourselves or point others to Christ? A mature believer is recognized not only by what he believes but also by the way he speaks.
As you look at this "Cat's Meow Catmint", let it remind you that your words matter. Ask the Lord to help your speech be filled with truth, kindness, and grace so that everyone who hears you is encouraged and Christ is honored.
Take a Moment: If someone listened to your conversations today, would they hear words that honor Christ? Pray that God would make your speech a source of encouragement, truth, and praise to everyone around you.
James compared the tongue to a tiny spark that can start a great fire. "Even so the tongue is a little member, and boasteth great things. Behold, how great a matter a little fire kindleth!" — James 3:5
With our mouths we can encourage the discouraged, comfort the hurting, teach God's truth, and praise our Savior. Yet with the same tongue we can also complain, gossip, criticize, or wound those around us. James reminds us that these things should not be so.
Paul gave believers this instruction: "Let no corrupt communication proceed out of your mouth, but that which is good to the use of edifying, that it may minister grace unto the hearers." — Ephesians 4:29
Every conversation gives us a choice. Will our words tear someone down or build them up? Will they draw attention to ourselves or point others to Christ? A mature believer is recognized not only by what he believes but also by the way he speaks.
As you look at this "Cat's Meow Catmint", let it remind you that your words matter. Ask the Lord to help your speech be filled with truth, kindness, and grace so that everyone who hears you is encouraged and Christ is honored.
Take a Moment: If someone listened to your conversations today, would they hear words that honor Christ? Pray that God would make your speech a source of encouragement, truth, and praise to everyone around you.
James 3:5-10