Words are like mounds of clay.  If you use them correctly and shape them the right way, they can become a beautiful masterpiece.  But, if they are developed incorrectly, they can develop into an ugly shaped source of unhappiness.

  If we examine the world around us, words are used improperly.  Has someone ever said something cruel and unkind to you?  Many of us have experienced this at some point.  You try with all of your being to overlook their insensitivity, but, it hurts your heart inside.

  Yet, there are others whose few words of encouragement have motivated us and uplifted our souls.  So, what does this all mean to our own individual journey?  If we are followers of Christ, He wants us to be just like Him.

  Throughout His journey upon the earth, many had said unkind words to Him.  Yet, He never responded in the same manner.  He always used perfect love in all of His fellowship.

  The Lord desires for us to use His love as a building tool to reach out to others.  So, as we build words in fellowship with others on our journey, we should do so in a thoughtful and considerate manner.  We should build continuous masterpieces with the love of God.

  This also includes those instances when someone responds negatively.  What??  How on earth do you respond with love when someone hurts your heart??  It is not easy at all.  This is especially true in our own human way.

  But, we must not look at things in our own perspective.  We must view them through God's perspective.  How can negative words hurt that badly when you are a child of God?  Perhaps the person is hurting inside.

  Smile and respond in kind.  Do something nice for them.  Pray for them.  You'll find much brighter rays of sun upon your journey when you seek THE SON!
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GOD BLESS YOU ALL!
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