THE UNBRIDLED TONGUE

Oh, Christian, how long will wicked words prevail?

Unclean lips, a heart that's failed to set sail

For a tongue that's unbridled, and a mouth that's unkind

Speaks foolishly, with words that leave no peace of mind

In the multitude of words, sin takes its toll

Not a single blessing, only harm to the soul

The tongue, a powerful force, can bring life or death

Yet, with the same mouth, we pray, and curse, and breathe

No fear of God, no reverence, no awe

Just a heart that's overflowing with words that appall

Solomon knew the power of the tongue, so true

David sought acceptance, for the words he spoke anew

Fanny Crosby's humble plea, a heart that's surrendered

Take my mouth, my tongue, let it be forever rendered

To sing Your praise, to speak Your name

With words that bring hope, and never bring shame

Let every word be gracious, few, and wise

Blessings, not curses, from our lips, let them rise

For our bodies are temples, where God's Spirit resides

Let our words be filled with wisdom, knowledge, and gentle pride

May our speech bring life, and never death

May God's nature reign, in every word, in every breath

Grace and peace be multiplied, unto us all

Amen.

-The Mustard Seed

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