We aren’t in a series right now, but I am sharing words God is putting on my heart each week. Today’s topic is a time to speak and a time to be silent.

Scripture:

Ecclesiastes 3:7, "There is a time for everything,  and a season for every activity under the heavens: a time to be silent and a time to speak."

Luke 12:12, “for the Holy Spirit will teach you at that time what you should say.”

1 Thessalonians 4:11, "...and to make it your ambition to lead a quiet life: You should mind your own business and work with your hands, just as we told you."

Questions to ask when questioning whether to be silent or speak:

1. Have I checked my heart? In other words…what are my motives?

2. Do I need to process my own pain first?

3. What’s the end goal? Reconciliation or revenge?

4. Have I listened? (hint: you shouldn’t speak or be silent until you truly listen)

5.  If I choose silence, will I get resentful?

6.  If I speak, is it out of love?

7.  Have I spoken with the Lord about it first?

8.  Have I sought wise counsel?

Final thoughts:

I’ve noticed the Lord often asks us to do whatever is outside our comfort zone. If you are used to being silent, He is likely calling you to learn to speak up.