Listen "#16: Honest Words: Is It Honest… or Just Harsh?"
Episode Synopsis
In today's 52-Week Rhythm we take a look at Honest Words. In our culture, we've developed ways of distancing ourselves from the accountability of judgmental words by elevating the perceived need for them. We use phrases that reserve space for us to be cutting and curt in the name of honesty and transparency. But what we often don't recognize is that when we're, "just being honest" or "just telling it like it is," we're saying just as much about who we are as we are about what we think. Jesus taught that words come out of the good or bad stored up inside us, that out of the overflow of the heart the mouth speaks (Luke 6:45). So then words are like blinds, as we let them up they show what's inside. We have to remember as Jesus followers that with every word we expose our faith – what we think about God and what he has actually done in our life...so how do we practice being accountable for our words? To explore more about living with purpose and connection, visit: 👉 originscommunity.com Wondering how connected and engaged you are in your community? 📝 Take our quick self-assessment: originscommunity.com/self-assessment Want weekly reflections and rhythms delivered straight to your inbox? 📬 Sign up here for the 52-Week Rhythm email series.
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