LESSONS FROM THE WISEST KING with Pastor Leslie

LESSONS FROM THE WISEST KING

Solomon was undoubtedly the wisest king mentioned in bible times. He reigned with wisdom and judged his subjects likewise. One of the greatest emphasis in his book; Proverbs was the value of words in the lives of believers. This week we will focus on the importance of words in a Christian's life drawing lessons from the wise king, King Solomon.

The king opens his account by saying "Death and life are in the power of the tongue, and those who love it will eat its fruits" In Proverbs 18:21. This is a faithful and true saying. You attract what you say about your life and situations. Scientists have proven that the universe contains cosmic energy and this makes every word you say to attract energies whether positive or negative. It is in that light that, if you are a Christian you should master the art of positive confession as it can be your highway to success and explosive prosperity. Inasmuch as positive talk can do you great things for you, negative and pessimist talk can lead to your downfall. 

Solomon further emphasizes in Proverbs 6 v 2 that "Thou art snared with the words of thy mouth; thou art taken with the words of thy mouth". This is a confirmation of science's latest discovery: the law of attraction, which God had revealed to his servant in ancient times. (Praise be to God Eternal who is the alpha and omega for his wisdom and knowledge) If you are serious about life you need to start being serious about your choice of words as they can either make you or break you.

The world that we live in today was created and framed by words. God said "let there be…….." And it was so. This is a powerful testimony of the power that words posses. Man was created in the image of God and when God breathed into the clay Adam it meant man was made out of the same substance that God is made of.  David, Solomon's father asks in the book of Psalms that "don't you know that ye are gods?" The words we speak posses the ability to give life and or terminate it, especially if you are a Christian.

Self discipline is critical when it comes to mastering the art of positive confession. Self discipline is the highest order of discipline. Solomon says in Proverbs 17:27 "Whoever restrains his words has knowledge, and he who has a cool spirit is a man of understanding". What is important to note here is the use of the word restrain, the King uses it to reiterate the essence of self discipline in a believer's life. Positive talk means that you defy your present circumstances; it means that you ignore the pain that you may be going through and confess that all shall be well. This requires a great deal of discipline and consistency and if it is applied well, the sky ceases to be the limit but the first floor of a one thousand floor building.

God has blessed us with the power of creation. Proverbs 23 v 7 says "as a man thinketh in his heart so is he." Jesus Christ, Son of the living God then finishes it off by saying that: out of the abundance of the heart the mouth speaks. We are products of our thoughts. Think positively and start speaking likewise. You are the head and not the tail, you are blessed in all aspects of your life and you can do all things through Christ Jesus who strengthens us. No weapon formed against you shall prevail. You are a royal priesthood and a chosen generation

If you are sick, positive talk can bring you healing. Proverbs 16:24 says "Gracious words are like a honeycomb, sweetness to the soul and health to the body" Solomon does not end there but further goes on to say  ….. the tongue of the wise brings healing . Healing can manifest when you say the right words. Even doctors agree that the body responds positively when your mind and talk is positive.

According to Solomon, A word fitly spoken is like apples of gold in a setting of silver. It creates friends for you and also defines your destiny. When God gave you that tongue, He gave you the power to determine your destiny and future. The sky can cease to be the limit but the first floor of ten million storey building if you talk positively.

Jesus tells multitudes in Matthew 12:36:" I tell you, on the Day of Judgment people will give account for every careless word they speak". Be careful of the words that you say as a Christian. Paul further cautions that "But now you must put them all away: anger, wrath, malice, slander, and obscene talk from your mouth". It is important to be wary of the words that you speak because one day you shall be accountable of the words that came out of your mouth. The highway of "I don't care" will lead to the city of "had I known"

Speak positively child of God, you are of a royal priesthood. Royalty flows in your veins speak like a prince/princess.

Jehovah God, says his word will not return unto him empty and void but it shall fulfill its intended purpose. The same applies to you child of God The bible embodies a lot of aspects that show the power of words. Whatever you speak about your life shall surely come to pass. Your vocabulary should be full of words like; I can, I will, I shall, I am etc. The bible says that I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.

Let no corrupting talk come out of your mouths, but only such as is good for building up, as fits the occasion, that it may give grace to those who hear. Matthew quotes: "For by your words you will be justified, and by your words you will be condemned."

King Solomon leaves us with following advice: Proverbs 17:28.   Even a fool who keeps silent is considered wise; when he closes his lips, he is deemed intelligent. AMEN