Daily InsPirational MOments with Rev. Dr. Precious Prothro

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Be Nice.

That was the instruction in my spirit this morning while I was praying.

Not something deep. Not something complicated. Just…be nice.

We don’t know what people are carrying. We don’t see the private battles, the silent grief, the internal pressure.

Romans 12:18 reminds us, “If it be possible, as much as lieth in you, live peaceably with all men.”

That means even when others are difficult… we are still responsible for our spirit.

And Ephesians 4:29 says, “Let no corrupting talk come out of your mouths, but only what is good for building up… that it may give grace to those who hear.”

I used to tell my students to consider the words they speak, because their words could be the last words someone hears. 

Our words should build. Our tone should give grace. Our presence should bring peace.

Being nice isn’t weakness; it’s not being a pushover. It’s strength under control.

As much as lies in us today…Choose peace. Choose grace. Choose kindness.

We never know what someone else is praying their way through. 

Lord, guard our mouths and our hearts. Let our words build up and not tear down. Help us to give grace as You have given it to us. Strengthen us when our flesh wants to react. Let our words be life-giving and our presence be peaceful. As much as it lies in us, help us to live in peace with all people. In Jesus’ name, amen.