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This reflection explores the biblical teachings from Philippians 2:14-15 and Matthew 12:34-37, focusing on the significance of our words and the condition of our hearts. It emphasizes that complaining and negativity stem from a troubled heart, which ultimately shapes our actions and life. By adopting a perspective of gratitude and choosing positive speech, we can become blameless and pure children of God. The text encourages us to examine our surroundings, avoid negative influences, and practice thankfulness in all circumstances as a vital aspect of spiritual growth.
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Do _________ without __________ or arguing, so that you may become blameless and pure, children of God without fault in a crooked and everything complaining
depraved generation… Philippians 2:14-15
Your ______ Reveal The Condition Of Your _____. Words Heart
…For out of the _______ of the _____ the _____ ______. The good man brings __________ out of the good stored up in him, and the evil man brings overflow heart mouth speaks good things
evil things out of the ___ stored up in him. But I tell you that men will have to give account on the day of judgment for every careless word they have evil
spoken. For by your _____ you will be ________, and by your _____ you will be __________." Matthew 12:34-37 words acquitted words condemned
From a negative _____ overflows negative _____ which generally become negative ______ resulting in a miserable ___. heart words actions life
It is better to live alone in the desert than with a _____, __________ ___. Proverbs 21:19 NLT crabby complaining wife
If you are constantly complaining, ask yourself, “What is in my heart?”
Same Event, Different Perspectives
“…Bad company _______ _____________.” 1 Corinthians 15:33 corrupts good character
The ______ has the power of ___ and _____. Proverbs 18:21 tongue death life
Give ______ in ______________, for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus. 1 Thessalonians 5:18 thanks all circumstances