Emotional intelligence

Knowing When to Be Silent and When to Speak Up: What Jesus Teaches Us About Self-Mastery

Yesterday I had a conversation that reminded me of something profound: Jesus always knew the right way to respond. Sometimes He was silent, other times He spoke up, and in every case His response was full of grace.

The Bible tells us, “Let your speech be always with grace, seasoned with salt” (Colossians 4:6). That kind of wisdom — knowing when to be quiet and when to speak — is priceless.

In a world that glorifies retaliation, Jesus shows us the power of restraint, forgiveness, and self-mastery.

Strength Under Control: Leading with Emotional Intelligence at Home

Homes don’t thrive on love, money, routines, or even good intentions alone. They thrive on the quiet strength of emotional intelligence — the strength that sustains love and steadies every season. From Joseph’s restraint to Boaz’s kindness, the Bible shows us that emotional intelligence is not weakness but strength under control, and when embraced by both men and women, it transforms our homes into places of trust, respect, and love.