15 July 2026 Words That Build Up: The Power of Parenting | Proverbs 18:21 Wisdom Wednesday

Words That Build Up: The Power of Parenting | Proverbs 18:21 How do your words affect the heart of your child? In this message by Rocky Stevenson Pastor of Benoni Bible Church, we examine the profound weight of parental speech through the lens of Proverbs 18:21. The Scripture | Proverbs 18:21 reminds us that "Death and life are in the power of the tongue," a sobering truth for every parent. We explore how words can function as either a "sword" that breaks a child's spirit or a "tree of life" that provides deep healing and nourishment. Using biblical wisdom from the book of Proverbs | 12:18, 15:1, 15:4, and 16:24, we discuss the importance of gentleness over harshness and the necessity of intentional, life-giving speech. We also look at the apostolic command in Colossians | 3:21 and Ephesians | 4:29 to ensure our communication is designed to "build up" our children rather than cause them to "lose heart." Whether you are navigating difficult conversations with a teenager or seeking to encourage a young child, your words are seeds planted in the soil of your home. We invite you to reflect on your own speech patterns and choose to speak life, grace, and wisdom into your family dynamic. May this study encourage you to use your tongue as an instrument of healing. #Parenting #WisdomWednesday #Proverbs18 #BiblicalParenting #ChristianLiving #GraceInParenting #WordsOfLife #ExpositoryPreaching #FamilyDiscipleship #ChristianFaith #ParentingTips #ScriptureStudy #BenoniBibleChurch