If you’re a parent, grandparent, or mentor, you hold in your mouth words that carry more weight than you may realize. Every time you say “He’s hopeless,” “She’ll never change,” or “I’m done with you,” you’re not simply commenting on behavior—you’re shaping identity, destiny, and the spiritual climate of your home. In this article, we’ll explore how your words affect your children’s hearts, brains, spirits, and futures —drawn from research, scripture, and real-life faith-based