A person’s wisdom is made evident by what they say. Some people remove all doubt of their foolishness the more they speak. While a fool may try to vociferously prove he is wise, his words inevitably demonstrate the opposite.
Wise people use their words to dispense grace to others. When you hear a wise person speak, you are encouraged and lifted up. When you hear from a fool, you are brought lower. Wise people make the people around them better. People like to be around them because it inspires them. Not so the fool.
A fool’s words ultimately lead to their ruin. They eventually offend enough people that in time, they are undone. People no longer take them seriously nor do they want to hear what they have to say. While their words might have seemed entertaining at first, people ultimately grow tired of foolish talk.
Examine your words. Are they gracious? Do they make people better? Or do your conversations need to be upgraded?