Ep 78 - Weaponized Words (Prov. 12:18)

About this episode

This episode discusses the power of words and how they can be used wisely or foolishly, illustrated by the story of Nabal and Abigail.

Words can be weapons! And that is exactly what they become in the mouth of a fool. Surely, we have all used our words in a foolish manner at one time or another and hurt someone. That is because words are powerful and can cause great injury to others. If not used carefully, words can bring a whole world of pain into a person’s life. But words can also be used to help and heal. However, it all comes down to whether we choose to be wise or foolish with them. Illustration: The story of Nabal and Abigail (1 Sam. […]

Topics covered

• words
• wisdom
• foolishness
• healing
• power of words

Keywords

• Proverbs 12:18
• communication
• relationships

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Weaponized Words

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