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Life and Death

Life can start changing It begins with your mouth Watching over those words That come spitting out Speaking negative will hurt you So turn it around Watching over those words His word works well Life and death In the power of the tongue Watching over those words Could prove to be fun In all situations When talking the talk Watching over those words So you're walking the walk Words can build you up Words can tear you down Words are very powerful Words can hang around I’m changing my life By the words that I speak Watching over those words That curse or bless me If I say something wrong I'm only learning you see Watching over those words Of the fruit I shall eat The mouth can cause trouble Out on the streets Watching over those words Could bring harmony Bridle your tongue And watch what you say Watching over those words Now have a nice day © Copyright KC.Leake 11th April 2016 All Rights Reserved

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Arlene Binner

Date: 12/20/2016 7:26:00 PM

Excellent poem, Kevin! It's well written and is definitely worth reflecting on -- controlling our tongue is something we all can learn to improve on.

Judy Ball

Date: 11/30/2016 10:10:00 AM

Oh I do so agree. The Bible tells us the tongue is a two edged sword and I always add that if you aren't careful you can cut yourself to death on your own sword. A good prayer to keep in mind and say often: Lord please keep Your right hand upon my shoulder and your left over my mouth. Great job here Kevin. From 1 to 7 this gets a 10 from me. God Bless, JB

Joe Dimino

Date: 7/31/2016 1:28:00 PM

As one thinks and speaks, he or she is. Words are, indeed, living. Great read! Thank you for sharing.

Joe Dimino

Date: 6/25/2016 2:15:00 PM

This is really a great work. Outstanding!! The power of the spoken word is awesome! Living Words...therefore, we must be careful of what we think and say--thoughts and words live and breath out reality of spirit behind all physical manifestation.

Edlynn Nau

Date: 4/16/2016 1:28:00 PM

Love how you underscore the power of words which is what we are all about here Kevin. That you add that we MUST watch them and think before we speak is a lesson we continually learn! Thanks for the lovely reminder!

Jan Allison

Date: 4/11/2016 5:38:00 PM

wise words indeed Kevin:-) hugs Jan xx