Words That Heal
"A soft answer turns away wrath."Proverbs 15:1
Reflection
Words can build up or tear down. Choosing gentle words, especially when we are upset, is one of the wisest things we can learn.
Prayer
Father, guard my mouth so my words help people. Amen!
Talk about it as a family
- How do harsh words make you feel?
- What is a soft answer?
- When is it hardest to use gentle words?
5-minute activity
Squeeze toothpaste onto a plate, then try to put it back in the tube. Talk about how words are hard to take back. Practice saying one hard thing in a gentle way. Read Proverbs 15:1.