Control
But the human tongue is a beast that few can master. (Robert Greene, American author)
Green continues: “It strains constantly to break out of its cage, and if it is not tamed, it will run wild and cause you grief.” We all have heard an “uncaged tongue” in conversation or public discourse. And today we often hear vulgar new words and language that should be censored. Controlling the tongue is a habit we all need to develop.
The tongue is a flame of fire. . . . but no one can tame the tongue. It is restless and evil, full of deadly poison. (James 3:6, 8) Those who control their tongue will have a long life (Proverbs 13:3).