Sometimes the most powerful words are the words of silence. Shakespeare said: “It’s better to be king of your silence than slave of your words.” As powerful as words are, there are times when you need not say any. In a climate of hate, anger, prejudice, or insecurity, don’t waste your words of explanation on adversaries. In sorrow, your friends drinking from its bitter cup might benefit more from your mute presence than your vocal commiserations. And from Job, we learn to harness the power of silence when we don’t understand God’s ways. Why destroy silence with words? Rightly timed silence speaks volumes, and words of silence are golden. Use them well! (Ecclessiastes 3:7; cf. Job 19:2; Isaiah 53:7).—Samuel Koranteng-Pipim
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SAMUEL KORANTENG-PIPIM,PH.D. , is a US-based Ghanaian author, inspirational speaker, leadership trainer, and an advocate for youth empowerment. He was trained in engineering and systematic theology, and has authored more than twenty books. They include his bestselling works Hope Through the Dark, Six More Chances, Healed Wounds but Ugly Scars, and Patience in the Midst of Trials and Afflictions. Dr. Pipim currently directs two Centers for Leadership Development known as EAGLES (Empowerment & Advisory Group for Leadership, Excellence, & Service) and ANANSE (African Network & Advisory for Needed Services & Excellence). www.EAGLESonline.org. He also serves as a special consultant on Bible projects for Remnant Publications. 