Yes or No

This is what God commands: When a man makes a vow to God or binds himself by an oath to do something, he must not break his word; he must do exactly what he has said. -Numbers 30:2

One thing I am observing is that people make promises they don't keep. They say, "Yes," and nothing materializes.

I learned this in my reading on leadership, actually. Don't say "yes" unless you mean it.

Results of breaking a promise? Disappointment. Loss of trust. Heartache.

And often a lot more scrambling and work for the person that was counting on you. Even things that seem small can have an impact on the relationship or circumstances. I dare say MOST times it does, but you will not find out about it. You will not be told, and you probably wouldn't remember saying it, even if you were told!

Just say yes or no. Just say what is true. That way, your language can't be used against you. -James 5:12