In Psalm 12 David is bemoaning of the loss of the "godly man, the faithful man." All around him he sees people who use their speech deceitfully and for selfish gain. He sees no fear of God in their lives (v. 2,3,4).
In contrast, David says in verse 6, "The words of the Lord are pure words." In the book of James we learn a lot about the tongue;
Jas 3:2 Indeed, we all make many mistakes. For if we could control our tongues, we would be perfect and could also control ourselves in every other way.
and;
Jas 3:9 Sometimes it praises our Lord and Father, and sometimes it curses those who have been made in the image of God.
For me this Psalm is a great reminder to consider my motivation as I talk with others, and to be careful not to "curse those who have been made in the image of God." Additionally, I think this Psalm is a good challenge to look and see if our faith is propelling us toward godliness:)
God bless!
In contrast, David says in verse 6, "The words of the Lord are pure words." In the book of James we learn a lot about the tongue;
Jas 3:2 Indeed, we all make many mistakes. For if we could control our tongues, we would be perfect and could also control ourselves in every other way.
and;
Jas 3:9 Sometimes it praises our Lord and Father, and sometimes it curses those who have been made in the image of God.
For me this Psalm is a great reminder to consider my motivation as I talk with others, and to be careful not to "curse those who have been made in the image of God." Additionally, I think this Psalm is a good challenge to look and see if our faith is propelling us toward godliness:)
God bless!
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