The Heart Behind The Words
Matthew 12:34–36 reminds us that our words are never just words. Jesus says that “out of the abundance of the heart the mouth speaks,” and that one day we will give an account for every careless thing we say.
That can sound heavy—but it’s actually a loving invitation.
Our words reveal what’s going on deeper inside. If frustration, bitterness, or fear are overflowing from our mouth, Jesus isn’t shaming us—He’s pointing to a heart in need of His healing touch. And when our words are full of grace, truth, and encouragement, it shows that He has been at work within us.
This passage calls us to pay attention:
Not just to what we say, but to why we say it.
Not just to the sound of our voice, but to the state of our heart.
Today, ask the Lord to fill your heart with His presence so fully that your words naturally reflect His love. When your heart is aligned with Him, your mouth becomes a vessel of life, hope, and truth.
Kayla Ware
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Hi, I'm Kayla Ware, your host of Talk With Me, Walk With Him. I am 28 years old, and I reside in Douglasville, GA with my husband, Elijah, son, Jomok’e, and our baby girl Zoey. We are members of Villa Rica Church of Christ. I am a stay-at-home wife, blessed with the opportunity to take care of our baby while spreading the Gospel full-time. What better way to live life than doing what glorifies God and bringing others to Christ?
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