The Power of Our Words

I followed a link...don't we all...and came across a gem of an article about proper etiquette when someone has cancer or another serious illness. I was overwhelmed with emotion when I read this paragraph:

"One day when I was in the middle of chemo, my daughter’s nursery school teacher said to me: “Aren’t you supposed to be looking worse during chemo? How do you get more beautiful every day?” I swear I wanted to leave my husband right then and there, and marry this woman. I will adore her for life, not because of some compliment that more than likely wasn’t true, but because of her generosity of spirit and the gift of hope that she gave me through a few simple words uttered with pure intentions."

I forget the power of my words. God forgive me. I pray that God will give me more wisdom on how to use my speech to edify those around me. May I be more generous with my praise and encouragement.