· Daily encouragement
Bible verse for October 10, 2026
Listen before speaking
“So, then, my beloved brothers, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, and slow to anger;”
James 1:19
World English Bible (WEB) · Public domain
Read the full chapter for context →What does this verse mean?
James links readiness to listen with restraint in speech and anger. Listening gives another person room to be understood before we decide how to respond.
A short prayer
Lord, make me attentive and slow to anger. Amen.
Put it into practice
Let someone finish speaking before offering your opinion.
Take a moment to reflect: what might this look like in your life today?
Scripture is quoted from the World English Bible. Reflections and prayers are devotional commentary from NearMeChurch, separate from the Bible text.