Devotional: Break the Muzzle “We cannot stop speaking about what we have seen and heard.” Acts 4:20 (NLT) “Open your mouth for the mute, for the rights of all who are destitute.” Proverbs 31:8 (ESV) “For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and a sound mind.” 2 Timothy 1:7 (NKJV) There’s a lie that says staying silent is a sign of humility. But often, what we call "quiet obedience" is actually spiritual sabotage. The enemy knows that a silent believer is a powerless one. When you don't speak, you don’t shake hell. When you stay quiet, you withhold breakthrough from others. You weren’t saved to stay silent. You were saved to speak, to declare, to intercede, to prophesy, to testify. This isn’t about being loud for the sake of volume. It’s about being bold for the sake of truth. Heaven didn’t fill you with the Holy Spirit just to tame your personality. It equipped you to release what sets captives free. The early church didn’t survive by keeping their mouths shut. They were told to be quiet and they refused. Why? Because when you’ve seen Jesus, when you've been delivered, when you’ve encountered His power, you can’t keep it to yourself. The enemy would love to keep you muzzled by 😨fear, 😵‍💫shame, 😨unworthiness, or 😬false humility. But today!!!!! THAT MUZZLE BREAKS!!!! 👉There are people waiting on the other side of your voice. 👉Your testimony, 🙏your prayers, your YES they matter. 🙏Prayer: Lord, I repent for every time I stayed silent when You told me to speak. I reject every lie that told me I was being “humble” by holding back. You’ve given me boldness, not fear. You’ve given me truth, not timidity. Unmuzzle my mouth today. Teach me to speak with love, but also with fire. Use my voice for Your glory and may hell regret ever trying to silence me. In Jesus’ name, Amen. 😷 Share how the enemy has been trying to silence you and how the Holy Spirt has broken you through the muzzle.

Scripture: “Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to become angry.” James 1:19 In a world filled with noise, opinions, and constant demands, God calls us to a different rhythm: listen more, speak less, and stay rooted in peace. Being slow to speak reminds us that our words carry weight. Once released, they cannot be taken back. Proverbs 18:21 says, “Death and life are in the power of the tongue.” When we pause before we respond, we give the Holy Spirit space to guide our words with wisdom and grace. Being slow to anger isn’t about ignoring what’s wrong it’s about choosing God’s heart over our emotions. Unchecked anger leads to destruction, but Spirit-led patience brings clarity, healing, and reconciliation. When we slow down, listen, and lean into the Holy Spirit, we become more like Jesus calm in the storm, gentle in correction, and strong in love. Prayer: Lord, help me to pause before I speak and to listen with a heart that reflects Your love. Guard my tongue, calm my spirit, and fill me with Your wisdom. Teach me to respond, not react, so I can walk in peace and honor You in every word I speak. In Jesus’ name, Amen. Are you ready to walk in God’s wisdom? Pause before you speak. Listen with your heart. Let the Holy Spirit guide your response. 💬 Comment “PAUSE” if this spoke to you today. 🙏 Share this with someone who needs this reminder..