I have written about this before, but I struggle with expressing myself verbally. I have difficulty using the right words to accurately describe what I am thinking. The problem is not related to my advanced age, as I have had this problem all my life. I tend to offend and confuse others, rather than clarify my thoughts and encourage them.
The words we speak are a reflection of our hearts. Too often we speak to build ourselves up, rather than to benefit others. Our need to impress overwhelms good sense and propriety.
Psalm 19:14 says, “Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable in your sight, O Lord, my rock and my redeemer.” Rather than trying to impress or build ourselves up, we should ask God to give us a pure heart that seeks to honor Him in our thoughts and words. He will honor this request and help us change the focus and nature of our speech. Others will then be encouraged and God will be glorified.
Reluctant Retiree 