Dr. Masaru Emoto conducted several experiments in order to study whether human thought, words, and intention, had any metaphysical effect on various things within our surroundings. His original experiment focused on the molecular changes in water after it was “spoken to,” using words that offered either a blessing (love) or a curse (hate).
When he examined the water’s crystallized formation under a microscope, he found that the crystallized water changed its shape based on the blessings or curses spoken to it by the speaker. He further determined that our thoughts, words, and intentions actually had tangible power to change whatever they were directed towards. His most famous experiment, using cooked rice, was conducted to offer proof that there is enormous power generated by the words we speak daily.
In the experiment, equal amount of cooked rice is placed in 2 separate, sealed jars, created at the same time, and placed in the same location. The only difference was: Every day, for 27 days, someone spoke to each jar of rice.
To the first jar, only the words “I love you,” and loving thoughts were spoken. To the second jar, only the words, “I hate you,” and cursed thoughts were spoken. After 30 days, the 2nd jar, the one receiving verbal hatred, had turned varying colors of green and black mold relatively fast. Meanwhile, the 1st jar that had received verbal love and kindness using the words, "I love you," resisted the onset of any mold whatsoever. –Your words are that powerful! Although he added a 3rd jar; we are limiting our experiment to only two jars.
Our words, spoken with intent to harm or to love can make all the difference in our life and in the lives of others. Based on Dr. Emoto’s experiment, our words can even change the crystallized molecules of the water in and around us. In other words, God’s power to heal and harm can come directly from your very own lips. If you have been reading for any length of time, you know that the Bible places a very heavy burden on the words that we say to each other and to ourselves.
In today's verse, Jesus approaches a fig tree expecting to find figs. When He doesn't find any fruit on the tree, He curses the fig tree. The Disciples, overhearing Jesus curse the fig tree, are surprised at just how quickly the fig tree withers and dies.
The words we speak to others, the words we speak to ourselves, and even the words we utter when we pray, carry the same power that God used when He said, “Let there be Light!” This means that you are either, creating, destroying, blessing, or cursing others as you interact daily. So, reconsider every word spoken, every thought, and every intention; they are extremely powerful! Wield them well, and use them wisely! L.
Study Reference:
From: “Our Words: The Rice Experiment.” In The Master's Hands: 365 Daily Devotions for Everyday Living
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