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A big part of this is being careful with your speech. Let your speech be with grace” does not apply only to how we speak to others, but also to how we speak about ourselves. Grace-filled speech makes room for human limitation. It allows us to acknowledge that our understanding may be incomplete and to remain teachable. When speaking truth, to teach others, do so with humility—using phrases such as, “as far as I understand,” or “to my current knowledge.” This posture anticipates grace if we are mistaken and guards us from pride and harshness.
At the same time, grace must extend outward. When others speak incorrectly, grace responds with patience and kindness rather than contempt. A gracious reply creates a climate where truth can actually be heard. Without grace, even correct words can become ineffective; with grace, truth is seasoned in a way that invites understanding rather than resistance.