Use Your Words - Not Your Emotions

Have you ever noticed that children often react with emotion before they have the words to express what they are feeling? This week, while caring for her granddaughter, Kelly found herself repeating words she once spoke to her sons: "Use your words, not your emotions." That simple moment became a powerful reminder that many of us still struggle with the same lesson as adults. Jesus never promised an easy life. He promised that troubles would come. The question is not whether difficulties will arrive—but how we will respond when they do. In this episode, Kelly reflects on parenting, grandparenting, emotional maturity, and the wisdom found in God's Word when life doesn't go the way we planned. Visit His Serving Hands to download this month's free Butterfly Thoughts Companion Resource and explore additional faith-based encouragement resources.