Set an Example In Speech

"Let no one despise you for your youth, but set the believers an example in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith, in purity."

This is one of my favorite verses, and I think it's very important. So important, in fact, that it was the first thing I posted on! So important that now it's time for a new series!

In this series I will be breaking down each element that we are to set an example in: speech, actions, love, faith, and purity. Today we will be looking at the first one: speech.

Guidelines for Speaking in a God-Honoring Way

1. Don't curse or use crude language that isn't quite cursing, but close. Find exclamations that you can use instead and make an effort to stop using bad words (and not necessarily just the ones society marks as 'bad') altogether.
2. Don't be a chatterbox. Think before you speak, and be willing to listen to others rather than talk all the time just for the sake of talking. Make sure what you say is necessary or will benefit others in some way.
3. Don't say things that are teasing, deriding, or mean. Make sure that your words will build others up instead of tearing them down.
4. When speaking to those older than you, be sure that you show them respect and courtesy.

Just a few tips for speaking in a way that will set a good example to those around you!

What do you think? Do you like this series idea? Do you have any tips to add to the above list?

P.S. You can read my original post on this verse here.