Today, one has to be careful what one says in front of others. A casual conversation in public can get recorded and manipulated to create division and discord. 

When facing the media, leaders speak carefully. They are mindful of every word and its possible repercussions. Most press or media meetings involve a prior preparation session. Leaders are trained on possible questions and with guided responses. 

As technology advances, sophisticated devices help capture conversions discreetly. People in positions get reminded that there are no off-the-record conversations. 

EVERY WORD MATTERS

Are casual conversations a problem for believers? No. Why? A believer knows the value of every word. He is fully aware of how the words of his mouth and the meditation of his heart need to be acceptable to God. 

A believer well-versed in biblical instructions will guard his heart and put a bridle in his mouth. 

How serious are you about what you say? 

Do you care when you ask someone, 'How are you'?

Do you pray when you tell someone, 'I'll pray for you'?

Faith keeps your words pure and heart free. Fear will keep your words masked and your heart bound. 

Let secret recordings of what you say become a source of healing and comfort for others.

Grow in faith to mean what you say. Live freely so Christ may abound in and through you. Prepare yourself to meet Jesus. Maranatha, Praise God, and Amen.