Scripture teaches that “death and life are in the power of the tongue” (Prov. 18:21), and we know this power is real because each of us has felt the crushing blow of hurtful words as well as the uplifting boost of encouraging words.

It’s God who brings about change in hearts, freeing us to be faithful when few come and helping us avoid pride when many do.

The book of Proverbs says, “Life and death are in the power of the tongue.” When you have friends going through an Autism diagnosis, here are some suggestions to use the power of words for good.

I know the searing sting of sin that leads to death. I also know this is where Jesus met me and gave me life.

Each month, Benjamin Vrbicek, the GCD managing editor, offers coaching to writers. This month: “Good writing minimizes logical indicators and intensifiers.”

Tim Shorey, one of our staff writers, is journaling through his struggle with stage 4 cancer. In this entry he explores what theologians call the beatific vision, that is, the beholding of the face of Christ and how that will one day change us, even glorify us.