Words can build, and they can destroy.

If there is one thing we can do today that holds the power to change our lives forever, it is to harness the power of our words. God used them to speak the world into existence, with all its majesty and wonder. And he made us in his image, so a good question to ask is, What are my words creating?

The books Genesis and John mention the beginning of time. Each reminds us of the power of the Word - in Genesis, it is the spoken word. In John, we see the Word of God, which is Jesus. He is the Word, or Logos. 

Your words have creative power, and the best way to use them is to align them with God's design. If we want to create a life filled with peace and joy, but instead experience dis-ease and strife, let's consider how we might change our words to bring them into alignment with God's heart. 

Words form chapters. Chapters build stories.

When you put stories together, what do you get... a book? How about... a BUILDING. Yes, your words are stacking stories you tell yourself, and those stories form the building in which you live! I encourage you to speak the truth to yourself. You see, you don't just speak to others, you speak to yourself. So don't build the Tower of Babel, that will be condemned by God, but instead build upon the Rock, the Cornerstone. Speak his truth, and invest in an eternal dwelling in the place Jesus is preparing for his brothers and sisters.

Memorize Scriptures and repeat them. Let the sign on your building light up with Jesus' address, pointing the way to him. Corporations in this world design logos to remind you of them. May your brand point to the true Logos, the Lord himself. Then you will have the emotional and spiritual rest you desire.