3. Words Have The Power to delight: The Fountain
The fresh water represents:
- Water is life-giving fountain - Our words can give life
We can not be healthy without waterThe good man utters words of wisdom, comfort and edification.
- Some peoples normal speech pattern is to accuse, belittle, manipulate, mock, insult, or condemn, and their rash words hurt other people and feel like thrusts of a sword.
Reckless words may not be intended to hurt, but can be very hurtful. They may not be thought through. Works spoken from a wiseheart can do the opposite; they can heal (cf. 15:4) instead of hurt.- The tongue of the wise promotes "healing."
Words bring healing because they are faithful and true, gentle and kind, and uplifting and encouragingWISDOM TIP - 'Right words' not only bless people but confirm relationship. Build atmosphere
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