To be young in an ever-changing world has always been a challenge to the youth. Adolescence is probable the most exciting phase in a person’s life. Adolescence is a time of self discovery and explanation. but it should not be just about learning more about yourself and finding your identity, It should also be about making the most of the shortest stage in one’s life and
leaving the legacy of youth in a carefree area.
How does one leave a legacy of youth? Better yet, what kind of legacy must one leave behind as a youth?
Timothy 4:12 speaks about setting examples. “Let no more contempt for your youth, but set an an example for those who believe in speech, conduct, love, faith, and purity”
I want to focus on on three of the five crucial words in this verse: Speech, Conduct,. and purity. How important are they?
Speech
There is a power in the spoken word. what we say can break a heart and wound a soul. But words can also heal a broken heart and uplift a broken spirit if we use them properly.
Every generation has its own trends. More often than not, we tend to adopt what is commonly spoken so as to be in the loop. Curses become mere expressions. Tactless comments for the sake of having some laughs slip through our mouths. We may not intend to, but sometimes we hurt people when we are not careful with our words. There are many possible ways we could use our gift of speech. Here are some of them:
* Speak words of encouragement.
* speak words with appreciation
* Share God with others