Who Is Mr. Tongue?

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This week, we would be going through a series that deals with the tongue. I'm trusting that God Himself would speak to us through this medium in Jesus Name.

The tongue as it were, is what enables speech. If a man's tongue is tied or caught off, his speech becomes deterred, such that he would have difficulties in projecting clearly. Therefore, technically, without the tongue, it is impossible to talk clearly.

So, what does the bible say about the tongue? In the Book of James, the tongue is an organ that cannot be tamed, that is, you cannot control it. James 3:7-8 "All kinds of animals, birds, reptiles and sea creatures are being tamed and have been tamed by mankind, but no human being can tame the tongue. It is a restless evil, full of deadly poison." Well, at the same time, we ought to be able to control our tongue, but how can this be?

Actually, what the tongue projects, usually, is not of itself, it says whatever you have going on in your mind. So, in order to have the tongue under control, the mind most be controlled. If we let the Holy Spirit control our mind and direct the course of our thoughts, we are on our way to having a tamed tongue. By will, you just cannot control the tongue, it needs discipline by the Holy One.

In essence, what the Holy Spirit is saying is that, you should allow Him direct the course of your mind so that you can have a tongue that is perfectly under control. Romans 8:6 "So letting your sinful nature control your mind leads to death. But letting the Spirit control your mind leads to life and peace".

Some people bite their lips to refrain themselves from talking unnecessarily, lol, I wonder how long that is gonna last. The tongue would still definitely find its way out and say that which you don't want it to say. For instance now, if you openly criticize and judge a person, it is because you have already done so in your heart, your tongue has only helped you in projecting louder.

So, let The Holy Spirit take charge of the way you think from now on. Shalom.

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