Solutions from Scripture

Is there such a thing as "the gift of gab?" Is there any benefit in knowing when to restrain ourselves when we want to yap and yap and yap and yap? How do we refine not just what we say but how much we say? And why is this important? Because talking is vital to close relationships! It's not always about "did I say too much" or "did I not say enough?" It's more about the art of knowing when many words are needed and when only a few are best. Just a fun thing to be aware of because it's a great skill of great communicators!

What do we think regarding certain types of words and language that our culture now accepts as the norm? Does vulgar language affect our children in a negative way that we can't see now but will in future years? What about the disrespect for women in music? Or lewd language in movies? Is there any real harm to any of this? Do we let culture lead us, or do we lead with a level of respect for others when it comes to the language we choose to use? Just some things to think about because words have meaning whether we realize it or not!