
A Gentle Answer
A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.—Proverbs 15:1 (NIV)
When I heard these things, I sat down and wept. For some days I mourned and fasted and prayed before the God of heaven.—Nehemiah 1:4 (NIV)
Are you feeling down? Talk to God. Be honest about your feelings. You don’t need to pretend that you’re fine when you are struggling with pain and sorrow. Instead, do as Nehemiah did: Cry. Be sad. Mourn. Grieve. Ask God to help you believe that tomorrow will be better.
Heavenly Father, I know You rescue those with crushed spirits. Wrap Your arms around me and heal my broken heart.

A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.—Proverbs 15:1 (NIV)

My command is this: Love each other as I have loved you.—John 15:12 (NIV)

Give proper recognition to those widows who are really in need.—1 Timothy 5:3 (NIV)
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