![]() If Fox News and other reports are right about foul language usage in American culture (even though a large portion, if not majority disapproves of foul language), one wonders if winds could be shifting because of recent developments. As Christians, we understand the importance and value of holding one’s tongue and not losing self-control and speaking out of anger. ![]() Ronald Riggo of Psychology Today states that swearing in children might be a sign of lack of discipline. Several studies according to Huffington Post state that there are benefits to swearing, but others aren’t so sure about this, especially when it relates to swearing around children. As to what constitutes a swear word, the study didn’t go into detail. THE WOLF OF WALLSTREET has the F-bomb 506 times, making it the record holder for the most F-bombs in the history of movies.Īccording to a study cataloged in Fox News, the average American uses a swear word by 10:54 am because of stress. You might recall a few years ago (2013), a Martin Scorsese movie made headlines for its obscenities. When was the first time you heard an expletive? If you think back, it’s likely that your answer stems from something you heard on the radio, saw on TV or maybe even a parent or friend… “Life and death are in the power of the tongue, and the ones who love of it will eat its fruit” – Proverbs 18:21 (NASB) By Tess Farrand, Staff Writer and Ben Kayser, Managing Editor
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