James 3: [5]See how great a forest a little fire kindles! [6] And the tongue is a fire, a world of iniquity. The tongue is so set among our members that it defiles the whole body, and sets on fire the course of nature; and it is set on fire by hell. 

Ever find the words from your mouth start a firestorm among friends, family, coworkers, and others? Just a few words can completely destroy someone's character, relationships, even be repeated years later (as we are witnessing in the political race). How does one tame the tongue? 

Proverbs 4:23 Keep your heart with all diligence, For out of it spring the issues of life.

If you think about it, what comes out of the mouth, originates inside the heart. The heart is the center for everything we do, think, and say. How you channel it's power is determined by what you feed it, spiritually, even physically. Staying engaged in God's word, prayer, and shielding it from the harmful toxins of the world, will yield a healthy heart, mind, and soul….and from it will be a blessing to others who are within earshot of your voice. 

If you struggle to keep the flames of conflict with others by the words you say, ask God to transform your heart after His. He will help your vocabulary with a heart surrendered to His righteousness.