Be Still- My mouth

We have been studying the book of James this year with my bible study group.  Just recently we have been talking about our mouths.  What kind of words are coming out of my mouth?  More than likely I just need to "be still" and that means my mouth.  Less is more when it comes to the mouth.  The words I speak need to be thought out and kind.  I need to be still- both with my mouth and in my quiet time.  Because in my quiet time I will hear what needs to be said.

So what does this look like in my life?  How about not overwhelming my hubby the minute he walks in with all of the things I have wanted to say all day.  I can write those down and we can talk about it after he hugs and plays with our kids. Same thing with his work.  I need to just be still and not ask him a hundred questions about what he did today until he's ready to tell me.  I am also terrible at "gently" reminding him of the things he needs to do.  He is an adult and I'm know he probably will remember to do them without me reminding him.   I am pretty sure he would agree with me on this.

I know with my kids they would appreciate my stillness.  My son is just learning to imagine, I need to let him work on those skills without telling him how a game or playtime should go.  Also, does he need to be perfect?  No.  Right now I am watching him play in the sink and get water all over the rug and the window.  Guess what Mama, just be still.  The rug is washable so I know it will dry and the window will just take a swipe with the rag to get cleaned.  He is working so hard at playing.  He called me over to show me the bubbles and how he can poor them from one cup to another.  He's working on developmental skills and doesn't need me harping at him about keeping the water in the sink.

So now, I will be still and see what my son is thinking while he is spilling water all over the floor.  Because, in my stillness I am preaching and showing the gospel to many, including my son!

Preach the gospel at all times; 

if necessary, use words.