By Tammy Karasek @tickledpinktam

All writers are given the opportunity to share a message for anyone who would come across the words they’ve tapped out on their keys. Whether the piece is a blog post, article or a book, the written words can be read by somebody, somewhere over and over and at any time. With this opportunity also comes the responsibility of what words we share.

Writers have a wonderful privilege to be able to speak truth and hope into others’ lives especially in our hurting world. We can share about the promises of God or even about how God has brought us through a difficult time. I don’t know about you, but I cherish encouraging words I’ve read in a book or even a post where someone has been transparent and shared how far they’ve come—with God’s help—from an uncomfortable situation of any kind. Words that go deep and soothe my soul and also make me hunger more for God.

There are many sentences in books I’ve highlighted or underlined that the writer shared which made my heart sing. Some writers have the ability to offer love, kindness and instruction within their words, which take us to a place of wholeness. When I come across those, I always thank God for giving those words, and the talent, to that specific writer who spoke to me in a way that got through my thick head.

            Pleasant words are a honeycomb, sweet to the soul and healing to the bones.

                                                                        Proverbs 16:24 NIV

As we walk and work in the calling given to us by God, are we paying attention to what we say as well as how we say it? We need to be careful and make sure that the messages we write will bring glory to Him, not us. As writers—writing from a Christian worldview—we need to be confident that what we write will bring the gospel of Christ front and center to the reader.

When we write books, articles or blog posts, we can use words to encourage someone that we may never have the chance to meet in person. What a wonderful thing that is. Sure, we can entertain them, but at the end of our brief time together, have we carefully chosen words to point them to our Savior? Our words can uplift them, enrich their life or maybe even make them smile. Are we giving them our best?

What about those of us who also speak? We also have the honor to share the goodness of God when we address of room of people—whether there are four people or four hundred. Do our words point to Someone they want to know more, deeper or for the first time?

It doesn’t matter what you’re writing—or speaking—but the words you choose are very important. Are they edifying, encouraging or loving? Even when words are needed for instruction or correction, with thought and prayer, they can be delivered in a way that will bring another person’s spirit up. Chosen well, the right words could draw a person to want to know this God you speak of. And isn’t that the main purpose for our writing and speaking?

We need to pay attention to the words we use. We need to take our time and choose our words wisely when we share a message. When we sit down to write–or stand to speak—let’s ask God to help us share His words for those that will see them.

What are your thoughts on Words? We’d love to hear what you think in the comments below.

Tammy Karasek uses humor and wit to bring joy and hope to every aspect in life. Her past, filled with bullying and criticism from family, drives her passion to encourage and inspire others and show them The Reason to smile. She’s gone from down and defeated to living a “Tickled Pink” life as she believes there’s always a giggle wanting to come out!

She’s a writer of Romantic Suspense—with a splash of sass. Her debut book, Launch That Book, released in November 2023. She’s published in a Divine Moments Compilation Book—Cool-inary Moments. Also, she’s a writing team member for The Write Conversation, The Write Editing, Blue Ridge Conference Blog, and more.

Known as The Launch Team Geek, she helps authors launch their books. You’ll also find her as a Virtual Assistant for several best-selling authors, the Social Media Manager for the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference, Founding President of ACFW Upstate SC, and Founding President of Word Weavers Upstate SC. Connect with Tammy at https://www.tammykarasek.com.