Our thoughts impact and influence our conduct. Either our conduct pleases or displeases the Lord. Our thoughts become edible fruit that nourishes or poisons us and others. Proverbs 18:21 says, “Death and life are in the power of the tongue, and those who love it will eat its fruit.”

Ephesians 4:29 says, “Let no corrupt word proceed out of your mouth, but what is good for necessary edification, that it may impart grace to the hearers.” Colossians 4:6 says, “Let your speech always be with grace, seasoned with salt…” Salt is a preservative. We want life-giving words to remain.

Words are launched from our thoughts. Philippians 4:8 is a list we can compare our thoughts to. Are your thoughts: true, noble, just, pure, lovely, and of a good report? Proverbs 16:23 says, “The heart of the wise teaches his mouth, and adds learning to his lips.”