Building Quote by David Jeremiah
“If someone analyzed your words today, what percentage would be tender, encouraging, uplifting, faith-building, and joyful? Would it match Christ's proportions?”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: "The Power of Words", 2015
The speaker urges self‑examination of speech, comparing its tone to Christ’s ideal of tenderness, encouragement, uplift, faith‑building, and joy.
In simple terms: Check if your words match Christ’s love.
Key Takeaway
Align speech with Christ‑like qualities.
Themes
faith
communication
self‑reflection
Mood
reflective
inspirational
Type
spiritual
motivational
When to use this quote
- personal prayer
- public speaking
- teaching
- relationship counseling
Key Concepts
spirituality
ethics
emotional intelligence
Questions to Reflect On
- How often do you speak kindly?
- What steps can you take to improve?
A Different Perspective
Hard to quantify; personal bias may skew perception.
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