Pray before Answering
 

Pray before Answering

For [of course] I will not venture (presume) to speak thus of any work except what Christ has actually done through me [as an instrument in His hands] to win obedience from the Gentiles, by word and deed. —Romans 15:18

The Father has sent to us a Counselor— the Spirit of Truth—who teaches us all things (See John 14:16,17,26). As we stay sensitive to God’s leading, He will direct us. If we pray before speaking, the Lord will keep us from overcommitting our time, and from misleading people.

Jesus took time to listen to the Father before speaking. God will also give us “a word in due season” for somebody (See Proverbs 15:23), if we listen for His input before we give what we may think is a right answer. God will give us the right words to say, if we expectantly listen for His direction before we speak.

From the book Starting Your Day Right by Joyce Meyer.

This is why I like the slogan, "Hesitate and Meditate." Have a little talk with your God, ask that the direction, guidance, words, and knowing will be given to you. Better safe than sorry, stop and pray before you open your mouth and/or put the wrong foot forward.