Proverbs 15:1-1
“A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger. The tongue of the wise adorns knowledge, but the mouth of the fool gushes folly.”
While attending college I worked nights as a police officer. One of the requirements was to be proficient in firing the pistol. The most difficult task in the process of firing the weapon is in keeping it steady. It is amazing how much your arm shakes when you try to aim a pistol.
Most of us did not have the time nor could we afford the expense of actually being on the range to practice. What to do? The solution was quite easy. We would practice with an empty weapon. Very carefully we would empty all of the shells, take aim at some object and pull the trigger on an empty chamber. During the boring night shift was a good time to practice shot after shot.
One night another Patrol Officer, Phil and I were practicing in the empty Police Station. Phil was leaving to go out on patrol and reloaded his weapon. Casually he remarked that we needed to practice shooting from a quick draw. He drew his pistol and – – – – you are right, he forgot it was loaded. There was a bullet hole in the wall, through the wall, just missing an expensive camera on the other side before lodging in the third wall. Ooops! We found putty and paint and as good as possible patched up the scars of the quick draw mishap.
According to today’s Scripture we have the capacity to use our words as a means to heal or to create havoc. We need to remember that we do not always click away on an empty chamber. All too often the gun is loaded and damage ensues. We need to spend more time in prayer and waiting before the Lord.
Blessings dear hearts. Draw near to God today, trust Him completely and be a blessing!
– – – Pastor Cecil (360) 570-0074
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