Good thing Quote by Joyce Meyer
““You can always tell God how you feel and ask for His help and strength, but talking about negative feelings just to be talking does no good at all. The Bible instructs us not to speak with idle (inoperative, nonworking) words (see Matt. 12:36). If negative feelings persist, asking for prayer or seeking advice is a good thing, but once again I want to stress that talking just to be talking is useless.””
About This Quote
Source Sermon: Faith and Prayer, 2012
The passage warns that merely venting negative emotions without purpose is ineffective; purposeful prayer and seeking help are encouraged.
In simple terms: Empty talk doesn’t help; seek constructive prayer.
Turn complaints into purposeful prayer.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal counseling
- church groups
- daily reflection
- stress management
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What purpose does your venting serve?
- How can you make prayer more purposeful?
Talking without intent can reinforce negativity.