20/09/2025
“Sign First, Write Second: God’s Gift of Language to the Deaf”
The world may measure intelligence in letters on paper,
but God gave His signs to be seen, not only written.
To those who think language is only grammar,
and to the ones who believe mistakes mean weakness…
They do not.
Because language is more than rules — it is connection.
Because expression is more than words — it is heart.
Sign comes first, as the natural voice of the Deaf.
Writing comes second, as another bridge to the world.
And the challenge?
Families, friends, teachers, workplaces, and churches,
must learn to value signs,
must be patient with writing,
must see the person before the grammar.
To honor every Deaf person as created, capable,
and chosen by God to communicate with beauty.
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