From my morning devotional:
Proverbs 26:28 A lying tongue hateth those that are afflicted by it; and a flattering mouth worketh ruin.
Which reminds me of:
Proverbs 29:5 Whoever flatters his neighbor is spreading a net for his feet.
Ever hear the old saying: 'You can catch more flies with honey than with vinegar'? While we should always strive to be friendly and show others the love of Jesus which is within us, we should allow the Holy Spirit to guide our conversation. There comes a point where you go beyond what is proper and God associates us with liars, tells us we're trying to ruin or trap someone.
James 4:8 Draw nigh to God, and he will draw nigh to you. Cleanse your hands, ye sinners; and purify your hearts, ye double minded.
The solution to life's problems is always running to Jesus.
Lord, help us to draw closer to you everyday. Put our hearts through the refiner's fire. Let your mind be in us, that we might show proper respect to others. In Jesus name we pray, Amen.
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