Basic Scripture Today 16th August 2025 Prayer points and Declarations

Basic Scripture Today 16th August 2025 Prayer points and Declarations

Basic Scripture Today 16th August 2025 JAMES 3:3-10; PSALM 19:14 Prayer points and Declarations

Basic Scripture Today: 16th August 2025

James 3:3-10; Psalm 19:14

Basic Scripture Today 16th August 2025 Prayer points and Declarations

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Full Scripture Reading (NKJV)

James 3:3-10 – Taming the Tongue

3 Indeed, we put bits in horses’ mouths that they may obey us, and we turn their whole body.
4 Look also at ships: although they are so large and are driven by fierce winds, they are turned by a very small rudder wherever the pilot desires.
5 Even so the tongue is a little member and boasts great things. See how great a forest a little fire kindles!
6 And the tongue is a fire, a world of iniquity. The tongue is so set among our members that it defiles the whole body, and sets on fire the course of nature; and it is set on fire by hell.
7 For every kind of beast and bird, of reptile and creature of the sea, is tamed and has been tamed by mankind.
8 But no man can tame the tongue. It is an unruly evil, full of deadly poison.
9 With it we bless our God and Father, and with it we curse men, who have been made in the similitude of God.
10 Out of the same mouth proceed blessing and cursing. My brethren, these things ought not to be so.

FINISH READING: ==> Our Daily Manna ODM 16th August 2025 YOU ARE WHAT YOU ACCEPT

Psalm 19:14 – A Prayer for Purity in Speech

“Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable in Your sight, O Lord, my strength and my Redeemer.” Basic Scripture Today 16th August 2025 Prayer points and Declarations

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Devotional Insight: The Power of the Tongue

1. The Tongue Directs Our Life (James 3:3-5)

   • Just as a small bit controls a horse and a tiny rudder steers a ship, our words shape our destiny.

   • Lesson: Are your words leading you toward God’s purpose or destruction?

2. The Tongue Can Destroy or Build (James 3:6-8)

   • Like a spark that starts a wildfire, careless words can cause irreparable damage.

   • Lesson: The tongue is powerful—use it wisely.

3. The Hypocrisy of Mixed Speech (James 3:9-10)

   • We bless God but curse people made in His image—this should not be!

   • Lesson: Consistency in speech reflects a transformed heart.

4. The Prayer for God-Guided Words (Psalm 19:14)

   • David prayed for his words and thoughts to please God.

   • Lesson: Let God sanctify your speech daily.

Basic Scripture Today 16th August 2025 Prayer points and Declarations

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Prayer Points

1. Purify My Speech:
   “Lord, set a guard over my mouth (Psalm 141:3). Let no corrupt word proceed from me (Ephesians 4:29).”

2. Break the Habit of Gossip & Cursing:
   “Deliver me from negative, toxic speech. Let my words bring life (Proverbs 18:21).”

3. Fill My Mouth with Praise & Truth:
   “May my tongue always bless You and edify others (Colossians 4:6).”

4. Heal Words I’ve Spoken in Anger:
   “Forgive me for reckless words. Repair what my speech has damaged.”

5. Let My Heart & Mouth Align with God:
   “May my thoughts and words glorify You (Psalm 19:14).”

Basic Scripture Today 16th August 2025 Prayer points and Declarations

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Declarations

1. “My tongue is under God’s control—I speak life, not death!”

2. “I refuse to gossip, slander, or curse. My words build up!”

3. “Every negative word spoken over me is nullified by the blood of Jesus!”

4. “I declare that my mouth is an instrument of God’s praise and power!”

5. “Like David, my words and thoughts are pleasing to the Lord!”

Final Thought: “Your tongue is either a weapon or a tool—choose wisely!”