Speak life, not death

“To one who listens, valid criticism is like a gold earring or other gold jewelry.” – Proverbs 25:12 New Living Translation

            Criticism for criticisms sake is unnecessary. Some folks simply like to criticize others. They don’t have a good word for anyone at anytime. It could be a reflection of their own life and situations that they are going thru, but one thing is for sure, they don‘t seem to see anything wrong with freely offering destructive criticism.

                  There is, however, such a thing as “valid” or constructive criticism. It is based on seeing someone doing something that is either being done wrong or could be done an easier way, just for example. Constructive criticism could be seeing bad behavior in action and trying to dissuade them from continuing. Either way, there is nothing wrong with valid criticism as long as it is done with grace and mercy. 

                  To constructively criticize someone is to encourage and edify by way of instruction. Those who offer criticism of correction are offering life-giving correction. If you keep your focus on Christ you will be more prone to the positive side of things then the negative. Offer life rather than suffocating the spirit in someone. 

Until next time, walk with the King and be a blessing!

In His Name & for His Glory,

RL Keller

Bread of Life Ministries

Resource: www.biblegateway.com

Note:  “If you listen to constructive criticism, you will be at home among the wise.” - Proverbs 15:31 New Living Translation