Today let’s consider the importance of being timely in what we say as we pursue being Christ-like in our communication skills. At times we say things impulsively. We have seen in our study in Proverbs that restraining ourselves and keeping quiet is wise. When we do, often other opportunities open to say what we wanted to say. The discerning person knows when it’s the right time to speak. They’ll also know the appropriate thing to say.
As this happens we experience what Proverbs
“The tongue has the power of life and death” (Proverbs
As we practice what we’ve learned in Proverbs we’ll become more like Jesus in our communication skills.