A Matter of Words
James 3:1-12
Pastor Bob Hiller
9/13/2015
Series:
Come Worship With Faith!
YouTube Video: https://youtu.be/lra842TSULU
James 3:9-10 With the tongue we praise our Lord and Father, and with it we curse men, who have been made in God's likeness. Out of the same mouth come praise and cursing. My brothers, this should not be.
1. Words can do great ____________ so we must watch what we ____________.
2. Often, people hoping to hear words of ____________ from Christians only hear words of ____________.
3. Christ's gracious Word ____________ our ____________.
Scripture Readings
Isaiah 50:4-10
James 3:1-12
Mark 9:14-29
Continue the Conversation
To help you apply the sermon here are some questions to talk over with your friends and family.
1. Since how we talk can change the atmosphere in a room, bring some joy to conversation. Share some of your favorite jokes.
2. When was a time when you were hurt by what someone said? When was a time you felt loved because of what someone said?
3. What are some changes you can make to the way you speak that would better reflect the merciful way God speaks to you?
4. Who is someone who needs to hear a gracious word from you?
