Tongue Pierced: How the Words You Speak Transform the Life You Live

by Nelson Searcy

Overview

Words. They can seem tiny and insignificant, but they have tremendous power. They create our atmosphere, ignite psychological connections, shape our thinking, determine our actions, and ultimately construct our reality. Our words can strengthen relationships or tear people down, lead to success or ruin a lifetime’s legacy. Words can truly change our world. It’s up to you to determine whether that change will be for better or for worse.

The words you allow to flow from your mouth will shape your circumstances. This practical guide will show you how to choose your words wisely in order to create the life you want.

Includes the “30-Day No Cursing Challenge.”

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781434708748
Publisher:	David C Cook
Publication date:	01/01/2015
Pages:	208
Product dimensions:	5.40(w) x 8.20(h) x 0.60(d)

About the Author

Nelson Searcy is the founding and lead pastor of The Journey Church, with locations in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, San Francisco, and Boca Raton, Florida, where Nelson and his family reside. Previously, Nelson was director of the Purpose Driven Community at Saddleback Church. He is the author of 10 bestselling books and founder of ChurchLeaderInsights.com.

Table of Contents

Acknowledgments 9

1 The Power of Words 13

2 What Your Words Say About You 31

3 The Most Important Conversations You'll Ever Have 53

4 Go Ahead-Talk to Yourself 75

5 The Language of Love 97

6 Developing an Attitude of Gratitude 123

7 The Art of Cursing 143

8 Mastering Confrontation and Conflict 165

9 Words That Last 185

Notes 197

Editorial Reviews

11/10/2014
Searcy (Connect), lead pastor of the multisite Journey Church and former staff member at Rick Warren’s Saddleback Church, defines words that exemplify a “tongue pierced” lifestyle: those “that reflect a heart filled with love.” In nine chapters, the author examines the power of words and what they say about the speaker; the use of words in prayer; the impact of words on loved ones (especially on spouses and children); words that express gratitude; the negative effect of cursing (including a 30-day no-cursing challenge); healthy approaches to confrontation; and the importance of making consistently thoughtful word choices. He stresses that children need to hear encouraging, uplifting, empowering words when young—not cursing or angry words that will only tear them down. Searcy’s study, while slow to start, is filled with examples of both hurtful and healing words and relatable situations, thoughtful and gentle reminders of the impact words have on people, and a light smattering of scripture to reinforce his message; it will leave readers searching for the right words to make their relationships more positive. (Jan.)

Publishers Weekly