My ears fill with words from dawn to well past dark. Along with work, I take in thoughts and opinions from newsfeeds and sportscasters and social media pundits. On Sundays I hear from my pastor and throughout the week I enjoy various authors. Millions and millions of words.

But very few words really matter.

You should marry that girl. Those were good words for me to hear. Go to college. Start a family. Give generously. More words of wisdom for my benefit.

Jesus told his disciples, Heaven and earth will pass away, but my words will never pass away. Years earlier David wrote, The words of the Lord are flawless, like silver purified in a crucible, like gold refined seven times.

In our world of words, only a few stand out. Wonderfully, a book of lasting significance sits within arm’s reach. The words within prove trustworthy. When I open my Bible I enjoy words that last, and discover a path towards flourishing and hope.

Very few words really matter, so it does me well to pay attention to those that do.

Mark 13 & Psalm 12 in Through the Bible in 2024

Photo by Andreas Fickl