Ephesians 4:29-32

We are not to indulge in unwholesome talk. This can include crude talk, bad language, gossip, or talk that pulls others down. Instead we are to build each other up. This is very important for in the world people are often trying to do others down in a futile attempt to build themselves up. We should always consider whether what we say will build others up or not, and only say things that are good for others. As in all things, we are to be motivated by live.

The Holy Spirit is a person and it is possible to grieve Him. He is the Spirit of God, and we were sealed by Him for the day of redemption.

Bitterness, rage and anger are the root source of much unwholesome talk and actions. So we should deal with the root as well as with the symptom. We should take all these things to the cross. We actually have no right to be angry or bitter, and if we look at the sacrifice of Christ and what He did for us it puts many things into perspective. More than this, there is healing in the cross. Jesus took our sin, our iniquity and our infirmities upon Himself. We should get rid of all anger, brawling and malice. They have no part in our lives.

Instead we are to be kind and compassionate to one another, with an attitude of forgiveness. Instead of thinking how can we get even, we should ask how can we forgive.