Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that it may benefit those who listen. And do not grieve the Holy Spirit of God, with whom you were sealed for the day of redemption. Get rid of all bitterness, rage and anger, brawling and slander, along with every form of malice. Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you.
Ephesians 4:29-32
Unwholesome talk includes gossip, swearing, put downs, lewd/crude jokes, name calling, complaining, lying, boasting, slander or belittling. In my hurt and anger with my family, I at times find myself saying things that are not uplifting--I say things behind their backs that I wouldn't necessarily say to their faces. But here is a command that says that I should be blessing my family, and not be bitter and angry and unforgiving with my family. I need to love them and be compassionate.
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