The second part of the “Transformed” series recognizes the power of spoken words. Bro. Randy Borromeo talked about the two opposing nature of words: that in the same way that it can create (Genesis 1:3 And God said, “Let there be light,” and there was light.), it can also destroy (Proverbs 12:18 The words of the reckless pierce like swords, but the tongue of the wise brings healing.)
Comparing words to bread, three different kinds were discussed. The first are like wheat bread, which not only is filling but also full of nutrients. This kind blesses the people who hear them. These words are the ones that build and give directions to change lives for the better. The next type is white bread, which also tastes good but unlike wheat bread, it doesn’t have nutritional value. When we engage in idle talks and when what we say don’t affect people constructively, those words are like white bread. The last kind is waste bread. As the name suggests, it’s garbage and is not for consumption. It’s dangerous because it can cause pain, disappointment and broken relationships.
In our lives, how many words have we spoken that are like wheat bread? Do we often give compliments or do we habitually criticize? Do we ridicule people or help rejuvenate them? We have a lot of pleasant words to pick out from, so when we speak, let us all choose wisely. Spoken words affect people because more often than not, we believe things that we hear. As a precaution, Bro. Randy shared an insight on the words that we use: when we speak words that destroy, we are the first listener.
By Michelle Badion, makati feaster
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