Are you wise because you’re willing to speak up? Or are you wise because you know when to shut up?

There are times we need to speak up—this message isn’t excusing passivity or the “cover-up” we can fall into when we stay silent about an injustice that is harming others. But in a world that believes whoever screams the loudest wins, the wisdom and virtue of holding your tongue seems almost lost.

The strongest response isn’t louder words—it’s the meek wisdom that trusts God’s sovereignty and lets character and Christ speak louder than words. (Luke 23:1–12)