Which is the most important, Cosmic Reader, actions or words? To some, words are more important – to others, actions are. And while an argument can be made that they are equal in importance, I think the nod can go to actions.
Words are always important. They provide depth and understanding to the actions. Without words one has to assume based on the actions. But without actions, words are just that – words, without the accompanying statement that actions give. In some respect, actions are the period to the words. Simultaneously, words can ‘flesh out’ the why of the actions.
The reason I think that actions are the more important is that actions prove the words. Without the accompanying actions how does anyone know that the speaker stands on their words? I can say “I love you” but if I don’t demonstrate it, how does anyone know? In scripture James talks about showing (proving) his faith by his actions. And that’s the point I think – actions prove your words.
I realize this is a simplistic way of viewing words/actions but I believe that you can never assume. It’s important to back up your words with actions and it is critical to explain your actions with words. So, simplistically, which is the most important actions or words…. the answer is ‘yes’.
