There is alot in the news these days about words and freedom of speech. It is difficult to ignore. The Pope makes the point that we should not insult peoples faith. Some faiths, are very vocal and put actions into play to back up their point. We saw this last week in Paris. The tragic loss over life no doubt, yet in the minds of those responsible for the killing, they defended what was most precious to them.

Imagine a magazine that rather then satire,where there is nothing sacred, what would happen if they were aimed at being life giving, encouraging? The humour would reflect the silliness of some of our more foolish lies we believe. For example, the belief that owning more will bring contentment and happiness. The sad truth in all this; would they sell even one paper? They would actually, because I would buy it!

We live in a world and time in history, where there is very little believed to be sacred outside of our freedom to say whatever comes to mind. In Canada, it is always wise to be politically correct as demonstrated by the whole "Happy Holidays" thing. I like to say Merry Christmas.... I try to be sensitive. Honestly the whole thing bugs me.

It is curious what society holds dear and what they feel is free to mock and share with the world.

Words are powerful things, actions even more so. Isaiah 50:4 says this " The Sovereign Lord has given me His words of wisdom,so that I may know Him and comfort the weary. Morning by morning He wakens me and opens my understanding to His will".

Imagine a world that practiced this daily? How different the cartoons would look- how different the conversations that take place in coffee shops the world over would sound. Conversation and perspective which is infused with the grace and the wisdom of God- bring life.

How are your conversations going these days? What do they say about what is in your heart?

Our words and actions reflect what is in our hearts, no matter what you believe.