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Sunday Scripture

by Denise J. Hughes  •   Aug 23, 2015  •   6 Comments  •  
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20150823-SundayScripture-Eph4[2]

“When you talk, do not say harmful things,
but say what people need — words that will help others become stronger.
Then what you say will do good to those who listen to you.”

{Ephesians 4:29, NCV}

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What People Need . . .

When I read the news, a familiar pang resounds. There’s so much sadness, so much sorrow. Then the pendulum swings wide in other media streams. There’s so much controversy, so much contention.

I understand the need for quality news reports and sound journalism. And I understand the need to talk about hard things. There’s an appropriate time and place for all of these things.

But what people need most is the rawness of truth coupled with the softness of grace.

For it’s in this sacred place, where truth and grace reside together, we become stronger.

And that’s what people need most — words that make them stronger. We can overcome the loud with Light. In whatever sphere we find ourselves in, we can choose words that encourage, words that build up, and words that bring together.

Our words can either bring together or tear apart, and here in this space, we want to purpose our words for bringing people together.

Because we’re better together.

by Denise J. Hughes
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