#115. The Power of Your Words | Proverbs 17–20, Biblical Parenting & Wisdom for Christian Families

🎉 WIN A TECH-READY FAMILY GIVEAWAY BUNDLE! 🎉We're excited to partner with Chris McKenna of Protect Young Eyes to give away:📚 A copy of Five Habits of the Tech-Ready Family: Raising Wise Kids in a Wild Digital World📖 The Entrusted with a Child's Heart book AND video series for couples (this is the blue book, not the notebook for moms)HOW TO ENTER:Leave a review for the Again or Dwelling Place podcasts on Apple Podcasts. Both for bonus points!Complete the simple giveaway form.BONUS ENTRIES:⭐ Share this episode on Facebook or Instagram and tag Entrusted Ministries⭐ Share why you enjoy Again or The Dwelling Place in a social media postENTER THE GIVEAWAY HERE!WHY WE'RE DOING THISEntrusted Ministries exists to help parents confidently pass their faith to the next generation. Every review, subscription, and share helps more moms discover biblical encouragement, practical parenting wisdom, and a deeper love for God's Word!Giveaway closes: Saturday, June 20, 2026Winner announced: Monday, June 22, 2026In this episode of The Dwelling Place Podcast, Stephanie Hickox walks through Proverbs 17–20, uncovering practical wisdom for Christian moms who desire to raise children in the fear of the Lord and build homes marked by grace, self-control, and biblical truth.One theme rises above the rest: the power of our words. Solomon repeatedly reminds us that our speech can bring life or destruction, strengthen relationships or create conflict, and reveal the true condition of our hearts. As parents, wives, and disciples of Christ, our words matter deeply.Stephanie shares memorable illustrations that can help children understand why Scripture calls us to be slow to speak and quick to listen. You'll also discover biblical encouragement for navigating sibling conflicts, cultivating strong family relationships, pursuing heart-level discipleship, and helping children develop wisdom that lasts a lifetime.Most importantly, this episode points us to Jesus—the perfect source of wisdom—who always knew when to speak, when to remain silent, when to offer correction, and when to extend compassion.Whether you're studying Proverbs, seeking biblical parenting encouragement, or longing to grow in self-control and wisdom, this episode will equip you to apply God's Word in everyday family life.In This Episode:Proverbs 17–20 explainedThe power of words in parentingTeaching children self-control and wisdomBiblical communication for familiesRaising children in the fear of the LordHelping kids understand the impact of their speechSibling relationships and family unityListening before judging a situationHeart-level discipleship and parentingFinding wisdom in God's WordFollowing Jesus' example in our conversationsPractical applications from Proverbs for momsKey Scriptures:Proverbs 17Proverbs 18Proverbs 19Proverbs 20James 3Key Takeaways:"Death and life are in the power of the tongue."A joyful heart is good medicine.Wisdom listens before speaking.God calls us to pursue the hearts of our children, not merely their behavior.Strong families are built through grace, truth, and intentional discipleship.For Christian Moms:If you've ever struggled with impatient words, sibling conflicts, emotional reactions, or knowing how to guide your children toward wisdom, this episode offers biblical encouragement and practical tools rooted in Scripture. Learn how to cultivate a home where words bring life, relationships are strengthened, and God's wisdom shapes every conversation.Resources Mentioned:Entrusted With a Child's HeartGet the Word Out Bible Study MethodScripture Color-Coding Resources from Entrusted MinistriesConnect with Entrusted MinistriesLearn more about Bible studies for moms, Christian parenting resources, and family discipleship tools at Entrusted MinistriesJoin us as we help moms study the Bible, disciple their children, and build their homes on the unchanging truth of God's Word.Resources MentionedEntrusted MinistriesEntrusted with a Child's Heart by Betsy CorningCommentaries Most Referenced: Moody Commentary, MacArthur Commentary, Spurgeon's Treasury of David