James 1:19-20 - Slow to Speak, Quick to Listen Key phrase: "Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry." Devotional: In a world of instant reactions, hot takes, and comment sections, James calls us to a radically different way of relating. Listening is an act of love—it says "you matter, your story matters, I'm here." But it's also an act of humility—it admits we don't have all the answers and might actually learn something. Our anger often comes from feeling unheard or misunderstood; what if slowing down to truly listen could transform our relationships and diffuse conflicts before they escalate? Reflection: Who in your life needs you to truly listen to them? What keeps you from being quick to listen and slow to speak? Prayer Prompt: Ask God to make you a better listener—to quiet your inner responses, assumptions, and defences so you can hear others with compassion and understanding.