Dinner Theme

Dinner Talk: Kind Words

Kind words can be short and easy to speak, but their echoes are truly endless. ~Mother Theresa

James 3:2-10 Power of Words

If we can control our tongues, we are close to perfect.

   

    It has been said that ninety percent of the extra friction of daily life is caused by the wrong tone of voice. When dealing with people, be careful of what you say with the tone of your voice, even in jest. You may not mean what it says. If you raise your voice in anger to make a point, don’t be amazed if a not so quiet argument occurs.

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Ephesians 4:29-32

Women set the spirit in the home.

Make a list, negative on left, and positive on right. What can you add to the following lists

Unkind words to avoid Gossip Assuming Belittling Use of "Always", "Never", "Should" Sarcasm Comparing people Personal Attacks "You" messages- (accusing) TONE: It’s not what you say, but how you say it. Whining – No misfortune is so bad that whining won’t make it worse. ~Jeffrey Holland

Kind Words Optimistic Be of good cheer Never let a good thought go unsaid. Expressions of love. Teach Empathy Understanding Validating Voice what the Holy Spirit whispers Gratitude. (Dishes are a blessing… They mean you have food to eat!)