THE MAIN THEME: WHO DO I GO WITH? 

TITLE: EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION   

The bible verse for today’s devotional is: Colossians 4:6  (NIV)

Let your conversation be always full of grace, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how to answer everyone."  

Devotional 

Communication is one of the most powerful tools we have in building relationships and sharing our faith. Effective communication is not just about speaking well but listening with understanding, showing grace, and speaking truth in love

Your words have power. They can build someone up or tear them down. Speaking with grace means using words that encourage, comfort, and inspire, even in challenging situations.

Let’s also talk about Emma who often felt frustrated because her parents didn’t seem to understand her. One day, her teacher gave a lesson on effective communication, and Emma realized she needed to express her thoughts more calmly and clearly. She practiced explaining how she felt without blaming others, and to her surprise, her parents started listening more. Emma discovered that communication isn’t just about talking—it’s about connecting.

Effective communication is the glue that holds relationships together. Whether it’s with friends, family, or your team, learning how to speak truth with love, listen attentively, and express yourself clearly is essential. Communication isn’t just about talking; it is about connecting which is essential for meaningful and effective conversations.

Here are a few reflection questions:  

1. Am I a good listener, or do I listen to understand or listen to respond?  
2. Do I speak to be heard or understood? Do I speak with love?
3. How can I use my words to build others up today?   

Let us pray:

Dear Lord, thank You for the gift of communication. Teach me to use my words wisely and with grace. Help me to listen with love, speak with kindness, and always reflect Your truth in my conversations. Amen.  

Please say these words of affirmation after me. Say them, mean them, own them, and live them:

• I speak with grace and kindness in every conversation. 
• I listen attentively to understand before I respond. 
• I carefully choose words that build others up and I communicate truth with love and wisdom. 

Do have a good day communicating effectively. I’ll see you tomorrow.