I woke up on the 18th of June, 2025, and as part of my usual routine, I opened Open Heavens to read the daily devotional. It was one of those mornings where you expect a normal reading, but something unexpected happens—something that stays with you long after you are done reading.
As I turned to the page, my eyes went straight to the memory verse for the day. It was simple, yet deeply thought-provoking. I read it once… then again… and the more I read it, the more questions began to form in my mind.
Colossians 4:6 (KJV)
“Let your speech be always with grace, seasoned with salt, that ye may know how ye ought to answer every man.”
At first glance, it sounded beautiful—but I paused and asked myself a very honest question:
What does it really mean for my speech to be “with grace” and “seasoned with salt”?
These were not just poetic words. They carried weight. They suggested a standard—a way of speaking that is intentional, refined, and impactful. But I needed clarity. I wanted to understand this instruction in a way that I could actually apply in my everyday life.
I knew that sometimes, older translations like the King James Version can sound a bit abstract, so I decided to check a more modern translation to get a clearer picture. I opened the Good News Translation and read the same verse again.
Colossians 4:6 (GNT)
“Your speech should always be pleasant and interesting, and you should know how to give the right answer to everyone.”
This version struck me immediately.
Two words jumped out at me—pleasant and interesting.
That was when everything began to shift in my understanding.
The instruction was no longer abstract. It became practical. It became something I could evaluate in my daily conversations.
I began to reflect on my own speech:
- Are my words pleasant?
- Are they interesting?
- Do people feel better after speaking with me, or drained?
- Do my words build, or do they quietly tear down?
These questions stayed with me.
I realized that many of us speak without intention. We talk every day, but we rarely think deeply about how we speak. We focus on what we want to say, but not always on how it is delivered. Yet, according to this Scripture, how we speak matters just as much as what we say.
That curiosity pushed me further.
I decided to do more research on what it really means to have pleasant and interesting speech. I wanted to understand the principles behind it, not just from a spiritual perspective, but also from a practical, everyday communication standpoint.
So I started asking questions, digging deeper, and exploring ideas around communication, tone, delivery, and impact.
That journey of curiosity didn’t just give me answers—it gave me direction.
It eventually led me to write a book titled “The Art of Pleasant Speech.”
What started as a simple question from a Bible verse became a full exploration of how our words shape our lives.
In the process of writing and reading the book, I discovered something powerful:
Your words are not just sounds—they are tools.
- They can open doors or close them.
- They can build relationships or destroy them.
- They can heal or hurt.
- They can attract people or push them away.
- Your words are, in many ways, your legacy.
People may forget what you did, but they often remember how you made them feel—and your words play a huge role in that.
One of the things I intentionally did in the book was to combine humor with real-life lessons. I didn’t want it to feel like a lecture. I wanted it to feel relatable, engaging, and practical—something you can read and immediately begin to apply.
Because the truth is, life becomes easier and more enjoyable when you learn how to speak well.
When your words are pleasant, people are more open to you.
When your speech is interesting, people are more willing to listen.
When your responses are thoughtful, you stand out without even trying.
That is exactly what the Scripture meant when it said, “that ye may know how ye ought to answer every man.”
It’s not just about talking—it’s about responding with wisdom, timing, and grace.
And this is a skill that can be learned.
Many people assume that good communication is something you are born with, but that is not entirely true. It is something you can develop with awareness and practice.
You can learn:
- How to control your tone
- How to choose your words wisely
- How to speak in a way that connects with people
- How to respond instead of react
And when you begin to grow in this area, you will notice changes in every part of your life—your relationships, your work, your influence, and even your personal confidence.
I have read The Art of Pleasant Speech twice already, and I still plan to read it again. Not because I don’t understand it, but because it is the kind of content that keeps revealing new insights each time you revisit it.
It’s practical. It’s relatable. And most importantly, it is something you can use immediately.
So let me leave you with this thought:
If your words truly shape your life…
Then learning how to use them well is not optional—it is essential.
Your words are your daily seeds.
What you say consistently is what you will eventually see.
If you want to grow, influence, and connect better with people, then you must pay attention to how you speak.
To get a copy of the book, click on the link below and start your journey toward mastering the art of pleasant speech.
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