Proverbs 22:10 (KJV) Cast out the scorner, and contention shall go out; yea, strife and reproach shall cease.
In this verse we see a kind of a change of direction in the comments. This is the beginning of where Solomon reviews the effect of our words. Notice that “word” is not used in this verse, but it does talk about us as “scorners". A scorner scorns with his words. I guess you could also use looks and gestures, but what we say is certainly a part of that.
The use of words continues to come up through the rest of the chapter. Words are powerful things. It’s probably a safe statement to say that we need to be more careful in what we say, and how we say it. That would start with examining our hearts and our motives. It would involve taking a moment to think before we speak. It would demand that we seriously consider effects of our casual comments and words.
So? I am certainly guilty of humor that injures people. I’m guilty of speaking out of turn or too impulsively. My God have mercy on me and on you.
Tuesday, July 22, 2025
Word Power
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I have a letter from my previous employer noting that I am sarcastic, insincere, and inappropriate and that there are actually people that don't like me. I was somewhat shocked to be made aware of that and have honestly tried to be more careful. I suspect it might be a lot of baloney as I still get calls and emails from people at my old job who ask for advice, help with projects, or just being friendly. I think we just get comfortable in our settings and don't always realize there is someone who will take offense. I know I like sarcastic humor and some of my coworkers felt pretty comfortable giving me a hard time which I returned. Especially some of the ones from a different ethnic background. However, they still seem to want. to be friends so who knows. I have tried to be more positive as I figure even unhappy supervisor types might actually have a point once in a while!
Two things stand out. I am relatively certain on both. First, it sounds like the comments were made by someone who does not have a sense of humor. Liberals do not see humor when it is in front of them or hear the thump thump when it runs them over. Of course your remarks were sarcastic, insincere and inappropriate. That is what made them funny.
Second, your letter writer is very much in touch with the feminine side. I have no idea who they are but I would imagine that they like the idea of pronouns and just want us all to get along. Male humor escapes them. I remember in my church youth group there were some people who thought we hated each other because of our constant comments. Nothing could be further from the truth.
It is always good to have those positive moments but lay it on two thick and you will get letters about how disingenuous you are.
Blessings
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