When to Speak, When to Pray: Pearls of Spiritual Wisdom

This week, while listening to Falling on My Knees by William McDowell,

God reminded me of a revelation He gave me during my fasting in July: not every truth can be shared with everyone in the same way, because not everyone has the capacity to receive spiritual revelation at the same depth.

In Matthew 7:1-6, Jesus shows us that:

• We cannot correct others rightly if we ourselves are spiritually blind (the plank vs. the speck).
• And in verse 6, He adds: “Do not give dogs what is sacred; do not throw your pearls to pigs.” This is not about withholding truth, but about sharing it with discernment. Spiritual treasures are precious, and they must be shared wisely, because not everyone is ready to receive them.

This same principle guides evangelism. We are all called to share the good news of Jesus, but how we do it matters. Proverbs 9:8 tells us, “Do not rebuke mockers or they will hate you; rebuke the wise and they will love you.” And in 2 Timothy 2:23-25, Paul urges us not to get caught up in arguments, but instead to teach gently, so that God Himself may open hearts to repentance.

Evangelism is not about forcing revelation on people. It is about sowing seeds with patience and love, trusting that God is the one who makes them grow. Some people may reject the message at first, but our role is to stay faithful, to speak when the Spirit leads, to stay silent when needed, and to always keep praying.

And this is where falling on our knees becomes so important. In surrender, God not only fills us with His presence, but also with His wisdom: how to approach people, when to share, and when to wait. Evangelism, at its heart, is not about clever words or pressure. It is about discernment, humility, and love.

So today, I encourage you: Guard your pearls, but don’t hide them. Share the gospel with boldness, but also with discernment. Remember that the Spirit gives you the wisdom to know how, when, and with whom to share. And above all, stay surrendered, because evangelism flows best from the posture of a heart on its knees before God.