The Power of Your Words

by Robert Morris, Jack W. Hayford (Foreword)

Determine Your Future by the Words You Speak Today
""Words satisfy the soul as food satisfies the stomach; the right words on a person's lips bring satisfaction."--"Proverbs 18:30, NLT
We all know that words carry enormous power--the power to heal or to wound, to encourage or to dishearten, to speak truth or to deceive, to praise or to criticize. They can be the key to our success or the reason for our downfall. So, how do we harness that power? How do we learn to use our words to their greatest potential?
"The Power of Your Words" will take you on a journey of discovery into more than just the obvious impact your words can have. Find out how to live more freely; how to connect more meaningfully; how to undo the damage of your words; and, most important, how to pause, ponder and then pray before speaking.
Robert Morris wants you to know that good words last, and they carry enormous power to help, heal, encourage and move us to a greater level of living.

Genres: Christian, Nonfiction, Christian Non Fiction, Faith, Religion

192 pages, Paperback

First published March 8, 2006

About the author

Robert Morris is the founding senior pastor of Gateway Church, a multi-campus church in the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex. Since it began in 2000, the church has grown to more than 39,000 active members. He is featured on the daily television program The Blessed Life and hosts Worship & the Word on radio stations across America. He serves as chairman of the board of The King’s University and is the bestselling author of 14 books, including The Blessed Life, The God I Never Knew, Truly Free, and Frequency.

Reviews

[Shelbi Starr · Rating 5 out of 5]

Few books have me convicted with every single page I turn. This book is a wealth of wisdom that is much needed in our world. Rooted in biblical truth, the author masterfully teaches that our words really are a matter or life and death. Everyone should read this!!

[Christy Dunning · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book has totally transformed the way I speak! I have to remind myself often and work hard at what I do say but I'd rather speak life than death. I want my words to line up with His Word, bottom line!

[Denise Moser · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is not another name it, claim it book. Excellent biblical instruction on the effects of the words we speak.

[Christian Stewart · Rating 4 out of 5]

A Christian book with a biblical basis; love that this doesn't back the prosperity gospel viewpoint. If it doesn't convict and correct, the Word of God always does, it's not grounded in the word of God. I read this book and repented, instantly seeing the profound truths this book highlights in the scriptures.

[Gary · Rating 1 out of 5]

I knew of Robert Morris from watching a few of his videos on YouTube, so I knew I was not going to agree with his take on how powerful our words are. I fully expected to see a full blown copy of Joel Osteen's model of positive affirmations and declarations. But Morris was tipped off to the negative reactions that Osteen has been getting lately apparently and made sure he discussed how this book was not going to be a name it, claim it book. And he carefully avoided that with a careful avoidance of specific words to use to gain God's favor. The result though was 153 pages of saying nothing much at all. Well, he did talk about his belief in three baptisms and the necessity of tongues, which he defines as the language of angels. He discusses how saying negative things though can lead to giving permission for the spirit of depression and other evil occurrences to enter our lives but carefully avoids exactly what to say to bring power into our lives other than to speak positively. To his credit, he does explain the Gospel fairly well to include repentance and trust in Christ for salvation but, alas, this is never enough for these folks. We must also have power and signs and wonders. Robert Morris appears to be smart enough to avoid extremes in his writing but just can't help himself at times. His poor exegesis of how Abram became Abraham would be comical (he sees the added "ah" as representing the breath of the Holy Spirit or Holy Spirit baptism) if it did not highlight the poor state of his flock at Gateway Church who must be starving for solid teaching from God's Word. This book is not about power and has little to do with God's Word!

[William Murphy · Rating 2 out of 5]

Started off good

There are several chapters in this book that provided edification specifically about the power of the tongue with scripture backed guidance on how to harness it for good. He wanders off into a theological interpretation on “speaking in tongues” that seems to lead readers astray. I am sure he may mean well but it left this reader with concerns about his teachings.

[Stephanie · Rating 2 out of 5]

Really good first 2/3 on how our words have power and influence how we interact with God and the world as a Christian. The part about the Spirit and speaking in tongues made less sense. I could see some of the premise in that the Spirit works through us and speaks through us in terms of helping us choose words that reflect Christ and help in a specific situation. But there isn't need to go further. Disappointed by that section.

[Kristy Teague · Rating 5 out of 5]

An excellent book that encourages every Christian believer to pause, ponder, and pray. I was challenged to consider the weight of every word as being a source of either life or destruction. When we give our language to God, He restores our ability to speak life and hope to ourselves and others. This is an encouraging book and well written with many examples, illustrations, and scripture.

[Eva Martinez · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great book. It helps look at life in a more loving and positive way.

It helps guide you . It strengthens your beliefs in Christ. This book confirms many doubts we have about our existence and improved the well being of oneself. I totally recommend this book to the believer and unbeliever in Our Lord Jesus Christ.

[Travis Marcum · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great applicable advice for believers and nonbelievers.

[Stevie Ciske · Rating 3 out of 5]

Great things to consider and begin to put in practice.

[Heather · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have read this book several times. Definitely recommend it.

[Vee · Rating 3 out of 5]

The parts I read were very good but I found myself skipping some chapters.

[Kim Smith · Rating 5 out of 5]

I plan on reading this over and over. Such valuable lessons.

[Misty Swilley · Rating 5 out of 5]

Amazing!

This book is life changing. I never realized the true power of our words until now. Great read. Highly recommend!

[Reeds · Rating 5 out of 5]

It's always a good thing to remember to watch your tongue.
He goes further and says we're to ask the LORD to help us control it. Good point, because not many have succeeded in controlling it alone.

Tongues - I've never heard tongues described the way he describes it in this book. I'm not sure what to think of it. I want the LORD to guide my thoughts on that controversial issue.

[David Martin · Rating 5 out of 5]

Uplifting

This book was so encouraging to me, I couldn't stop reading it. It is a wealth of rich anointed words that bring life!

[Joseph Rwabose · Rating 5 out of 5]

One of my favourite books on these topics;

1. The power of what we say or don't say.
2. The importance of speaking in tongues.

[Kathy Lee · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a good book to read to learn about the power of our words. With the included study guide, it is appropriate for a small group study.

[Kennedy Rodriguez · Rating 5 out of 5]

Highlighted lots of good words and phrases in this book. Very eye opening!

[Carol · Rating 5 out of 5]

From the book -- "No longer shall your name be Abram, but your name shall be Abraham; for I have made you a father of many nations." (Gen 17:5) Compare the 2 names. Two letters are added to the name "Abram" to create "Abraham" -- the letters A and H. This is the hebrew root word 'ah, which in the Old Testament, is used to refer to breath, or the breath of God, spirit, or the Spirit of God, or the Life of God.--"As for Sarai your wife, you shall not call her name Sarai, but Sarah shall be her name (Gen. 17:15) -- In Sarai's name God takes out the selfish "I" and replaces it with the "ah" of His Spirit.

[Ronia Turner · Rating 5 out of 5]

I like how Robert Morris explained how influential our words are in life and explained all of the scriptures about the tongue. He really did a good job of explaining the different sins of our tongue and how important praise is. I am thankful that my friend Susie sent this book to me to read. I will probably read it again.

[Betty · Rating 4 out of 5]

Morris spends the first part of the book on James and what James said. If you recall, James talks about the tongue. Morris also brings up and discusses the three baptisms.
Thought provoking and well worth the read. I'll be searching his other books

[Debbie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Really good book on our words. Convicting at times and leaves me with a desire to do much better. Although he gets into some controversial tongue topics, I appreciated all of the scripture to back it up! Good book!!

[Towanda · Rating 5 out of 5]

ABSOLUTELY AWESOME!!!!

[Magdalena Parker · Rating 4 out of 5]

Words can bring life or death in ones life. I pray my speech is a spring of life and not the pit of death. Great book.

[Sara · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent book!! Makes me think about the words I speak. "Death and life are in the power of the tongue, and those who love it will eat its fruit." Proverbs 18:21

[Cyndi Taryane · Rating 5 out of 5]

Life changing !!!

We all fail in many ways but the tongue no man can tame....but my Lord can. Read the book....watch life change.

[Dorothea Schott · Rating 5 out of 5]

Every word does release something. It power over life and death.

[Sherri Hayes · Rating 5 out of 5]

Robert Morris is truly blessed! This book has so much insight. It was not at all what I expected and I am so glad! It's practical, it's spiritual and it is exactly what I needed!