Little Spark

(inspired by James 3:5–6) Verse 1 A tiny flame can light the night, A whisper can begin a fight, Words fall softly from the tongue, Yet leave a mark when they are flung. Pre-Chorus What seems so small can rise so high, Like smoke that fills the open sky. Chorus Oh, guard the fire, guard the flame, A little spark can change the day. Build with mercy, speak with grace, Don't let careless words erase. A little spark, a little sound, Can lift a heart or burn it down. So let my tongue bring life and light, And shine with love instead of spite. Verse 2 Forests fall from one small blaze, Lives are changed by what we say. Every sentence plants a seed, Growing thorns or meeting needs. Pre-Chorus The power rests in every word, In every promise, every hurt. Chorus Oh, guard the fire, guard the flame, A little spark can change the day. Build with mercy, speak with grace, Don't let careless words erase. A little spark, a little sound, Can lift a heart or burn it down. So let my tongue bring life and light, And shine with love instead of spite. Bridge Teach my lips to heal, not wound, To bring hope where fear is found. When anger calls, I'll choose the way Of truth and love in what I say. Final Chorus Oh, guard the fire, guard the flame, A little spark can change the day. Build with mercy, speak with grace, Let Your wisdom lead the way. A little spark, a little sound, Can lift a heart and turn around. So let my tongue bring life and light, Reflecting You both day and night.