Power of Silence!

The one who knows much says little; an understanding person remains calm. Even dunces who keep quiet are thought to be wise; as long as they keep their mouths shut, they’re smart. Proverbs 17:27‭-‬28 MSG

We call some people orators, simply because they have a way with words. They are word craftsmen, people who have learnt how to use words to pass a message across, and to make themselves heard. Of course, you find amongst themselves arrogant men, who believe that their knowledge and craft gives them an advantage over every other person. I then learn that wisdom isn't so much about what you say, but about how you say it. Sometimes, it isn't so much what you say, but what you don't say. The major factor in all these is the wisdom in silence.

God's voice is sometimes described as the roar of mighty waters, but in every place where the greatest effects have been made, it is described as 'a still small voice'. That's effect. The same God then calls us to the same life - one where we speak only what he commands, when he commands and to whom he commands. Of what use is my speaking many words, when God is not backing up my words with his power or presence?

To make matters even better, fools are thought to be wise when they follow the simple rule above. Until a man opens his mouth, it is difficult to determine what his contents are. I learn today that it pays to speak as God directs, so that just as God's words make eternal impact, the words we speak may also have the same effect and bring life to all who hear me. His time of favour is here.